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i need some gift advice.. might be a difficult one tho. i got a 50 dollar gift certificate credit for amazon from a friend for my birthday back in february that i never used and thought to save it in case something like this comes up. anyway, my grandmother's (who raised me) birthday is on the 10 and i want to order something online from amazon and get it shipped to her. problem? i cant think of anything :(
i already have one thing to include in the regular gift box im sending her in the mail with her card (her fav. perfume white diamond by elizbeth taylor lol i didnt know they still made that crap until my one friend said she had a bottle of it (i dont even wanna know why she did but whatever makes a good free gift!) but i want to use my amazon money to send her something nice. im just totally at a loss. for what it's worth, she's 72 is stuck down in south carolina (and haaaaaaaaaates it), she is helping raising 3 kids from her son (my uncle who died a few years ago). do you think it would be strange if i sent something for the entire family? i did that once and she bugged saying it's MY birthday not theirs! i was um okaaaaaaaay. it's things like that which make me not like talking to her but at the same time she has had a rough life so i want to send her something nice and i guess personal for her and something the rest of the family cant enjoy cuz it's HER birthday :-/
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 9:24 AM
hmm - I think perfume is a great gift, how about a DVD from amazon - does she like movies? or maybe something for the house that she might enjoy or can you use amazon giftard to buy some food(goodies) and send to her?
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 9:27 AM
Does anyone happen to know if the old Savoy Theater is in operation? I recall it being on Classon Avenue, somewhere between Bergen Avenue and the parkway?
Posted by: N0P at April 3, 2009 9:27 AM
This may seem silly, but how about using the gift card to buy her a giftcard in her name so she can order what she wants from Amazon?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:28 AM
movies and food gift baskets are good ideas, thanks gemini. gift cards is a good idea too Inserts but i dont know if i can get a gift card with a gift certificate code from amazon. i have the 50 dollars in my account after i got it so maybe, ill have to look. i dont want to make it too complicated from her. she doesnt really know what a computer is. tho i guess someone she lives with does..
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 9:30 AM
Buy her some jewelry. A necklace or a pin or something.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 9:30 AM
Rob, do you really want to make your grandmother happy? If so, then forget about Amazon. Sit down with pen and paper. Spend an hour thinking about your grandmother, then write her a letter. Wish her a happy birthday, and do your very best to say why she is special to you and what she has meant to your life. This will make her birthday one to remember. I kid you not.
Posted by: N0P at April 3, 2009 9:34 AM
You could always go super cheesy and order one of those "Grandmothers are Special" decorative plaques with the poem on it. They eat that stuff up!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:34 AM
okay dave. why dont i just buy her a big pair of hooptey door knocker gold plated earrings with her name scripted in the middle? hahahaha. jewlery is bad i wouldnt know what to pick. ive bought he jewlery in the past as a kid and she would scream she was allergic to anything but 14k gold (seriously). i like the idea of a food basket or a treat basket or something.
im unsure about amazon tho. i sign for a lot of peoples amazon packages at work but do they ahve to be signed for? i know in my building the mailman leaves them at the doorstep and no one steals anyones packages but my grandmother lives in an apartment building that i think is low income housing (i know it's HORRIBLE to say but i dont want her package getting stolen if they just leave it at the door) tho i think she is home all the time so im sure the mailman can just knock at the door.
anyway, thanks for the ideas.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 9:34 AM
quote:
You could always go super cheesy and order one of those "Grandmothers are Special" decorative plaques with the poem on it. They eat that stuff up!
omg that IS a good idea. except id have to get one that said "mother" and not grandmother. she bugs out when i refer to her as my grandmother. she gets sensy about stuff like that. which personally i think is stupid.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 9:37 AM
You could also buy her one of those ghetto fab belts with the sign display in the middle: http://tinyurl.com/cf9ae5
LOL
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:37 AM
how about chocolates?? But a 14k necklace or bracelet should be able to be had for under $50, i think.
Snapy, why do you hate your grandmother so much?? :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 9:38 AM
LOL Inserts!!!! i want one of those!!!!! great by posting that you just totally screwed my granny out of a bday gift lol
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 9:40 AM
Dave, I love my Grammy. And miss her very much :(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:40 AM
I'm sad because I wrote something funny on the "Tattoo Parlour" thread but, because it was from yesterday, now no-one will read it.
Snappy, how did the interview go?
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 9:43 AM
LOL Rob! Leave the belt for another time! You probably can get both a 14k bracelet and a "special mom" plaque for $50 on Amazon. Go ahead and make granny happy :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:44 AM
i know she used to love slippers and most of the time i would get her those for her birthdays and christmas, but she was one of those people who open a gift and in like a millisecond you see a sourpuss face if they dont like it. maybe ill just send the free perfume i got and a card and buy myself something with that 50 dollars. (maybe 4 of those LED belts inserts linked to!!! i like those!)
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 9:45 AM
Chicken, it was a total waste of time. I spent $4 on subway rides just to be told that I don't have the experience they are looking for. HELLO???? COULDN'T YOU TELL THAT BY LOOKING AT MY RESUME WHEN I SENT IT TO YOU??? ASS!
Wheew. Feel better now that I vented :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:45 AM
Rob, this is the woman who raised you and you don't know what she likes?!
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 9:45 AM
Sorry about that Snappy. You should have asked them for $4 back on principle since it was their screw-up.
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 9:48 AM
quote:
Rob, this is the woman who raised you and you don't know what she likes?!
omfg dont blame ME. i swear she doesnt like ANYTHING!!!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 9:48 AM
Rob, NO!!! Buy the bracelet and/or the plaque. You'll be glad you did. Besides, those are things she can keep forever. Perfume eventually runs out or skunks.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:48 AM
Chicken, I just read your tattoo post...hysterical!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:50 AM
chicken...the tattoo post was classic. What everyone forgets though is that there is a class/race element to tattoos as well. Not sure exactly what it is but I thought I'd just throw that out there anyway.
So lets discuss this. How many of you have a tattoo, what is it, where is it and in rewtrospect, are you still glad you have it???
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 9:50 AM
The NYC Board of Education is completely draining me. All I want is a safety hardship transfer for my kids (which has been granted), so that they may attend a better school. All the schools that have been contacted have no room . If no one has room, what school will my children go to in September? Does anyone work for the B of Ed? If so, could you direct me to the appropriate people?
Posted by: faithful at April 3, 2009 9:51 AM
InsertSnappyNameHere... at least you didn't spend $5 on the subway. Small positive?
Posted by: tybur6 at April 3, 2009 9:52 AM
rob - get a tattoo of "I heart grandma" and send her a polaroid
Posted by: bowl of dicks at April 3, 2009 9:53 AM
I hacve a hard time buying my parents birthday & Christmas presents as well. It's just more difficult after they get to a certain age.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 9:53 AM
okay - I'll try to be a bit more constructive.
How old are the three kids that she helps to look after? If she is having to do it all day/all night, why not treat her to some personal time by using the gift card to pay someone to babysit for the kids?
That way, you are sending the message that you know how hard it is to raise children and, because it was a gift from you, she will enjoy her personal time that much more.
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 9:54 AM
I have one tattoo. It's my first name and a small red heart. It's on the top right side of where my 'hey-nanny-nanny' starts. I like the heart part of it, but I now regret having my first name there. Someone once said to me that only tardmeisters put their name on their bodies as if they need a reminder of what it is :(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:54 AM
Tyburg, very true! There is a silver lining after all! Plus, the area where the office is located I didn't see any reasonable lunch possibilities anyway :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:55 AM
tardmeisters????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 9:55 AM
Rob -- get her one of those helmets with beer cans on top (ya know with the straws). Maybe handfree drinking while she's watching Law & Order and Perry Mason reruns will take the edge off South Carolina.
Posted by: tybur6 at April 3, 2009 9:56 AM
Rob: Think about something that she doesn't do anymore because the grandchildren take so much time. Then, think of something that that will make her enjoy that activity with less time. For example, if she doesn't get to sleep in anymore, buy her luxurious sheets so that she can enjoy what time she can spend in bed.
Posted by: BrooklynIsHome at April 3, 2009 9:57 AM
Yes, Dave, tardmeisters :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:57 AM
Tyburg, now that's a gift!!!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 9:58 AM
"So lets discuss this. How many of you have a tattoo, what is it, where is it and in rewtrospect, are you still glad you have it???
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 9:50 AM"
yes
dragon
not telling
yes
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 9:58 AM
I have a tattoo of a lioness and her cub. I thought it would be cute, since my son and I are both Leos. Then I had two more children who are also Leos (no I didn't get more cubs added). I don't necessarily regret the tattoo, I just which I would have chosen somewhere other than my arm. I do believe that you are judged and not taken as seriously when you have visible tats.
Posted by: faithful at April 3, 2009 9:58 AM
chicken...that was a really cruel thing to do to me. I'll be fantasizing and wondering about that all day now. :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:01 AM
Rob, the poem: http://tinyurl.com/cbylxk
The bracelet: http://tinyurl.com/cl4mcq
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:03 AM
Watch out chicken...Dave wants to see your dragon!!! Weren't you the one he was checking out at the last meet-up? ha ha!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:05 AM
quote: my tattoos
pink bunny inner right arm
blue bunny inner left arm (first tattoo)
aquarius symbol inner left wrist
pisces symbol (my rising sign) inner right wrist
i have blood lines going around each wrist which people mistake as tattooed kaballah bracelets :( i regret those immensely
CRYSTAL 1979-2001 with a cyan moon and fuschia sun on my upper left arm (that was my BFF and Astrotwin who killed herself a few days before 9/11 actually)
the Mad hatter on my upper right arm
Mrs. Pac Man on my upper inner right arm
a blue ghost from mrs. pac man on my upper inner left arm.
and i have SLAVEBOY written on my left ankle (i wound up getting that tattoo inebriated and regret it) cuz it was a joke tattoo. :( luckily it came out looking so bad it actually looks like it says SKIVEBOY
they are totally stupid. the only ones i love are the rabbits and the mrs pac man ones.
lol my sister just texted me saying "i forgot what TGIF means" :-/
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 10:05 AM
Snappy, that was not the chicken in the photo Mr. B posted.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:08 AM
But dave, didn't we have a discussion about you checking someone out and chicken asked who and then decided he didn't want to know because it may have been him? Or was that someone else?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:11 AM
"I have one tattoo. It's my first name and a small red heart."
You have "Insert" tattooed on you? Don't tell me it's a tramp stamp and includes an arrow below it pointing down!
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 10:15 AM
Wow - Rob you have a lot of tattoos
I have one - it's musical notation of my initials on scroll
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 10:16 AM
LOL Biff! But, remember, as a card-carrying member of the 'flannel' team, I don't 'insert' anything! Ha!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:17 AM
Biff--tasteless and hilarious!
Posted by: wasder at April 3, 2009 10:17 AM
Gemini, where is it?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:19 AM
I have one full and I half sleeve. Yes, I enjoy them, and yes I will prolly get the one arm finished someday.
Posted by: ennuiater at April 3, 2009 10:22 AM
OMG...can't breathe laughing so hard!
As though Rob saying this didn't have me laughing hard enough- "and i have SLAVEBOY written on my left ankle (i wound up getting that tattoo inebriated and regret it) cuz it was a joke tattoo. :( luckily it came out looking so bad it actually looks like it says SKIVEBOY"
Biff comes out with this- "You have "Insert" tattooed on you? Don't tell me it's a tramp stamp and includes an arrow below it pointing down!"
whewwww!!
When is the Brownstoner Comedy Roundup appearing at the Chuckle Hut in Lodi?
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 10:23 AM
insert - it's hidden ;-)
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 10:24 AM
I have a tat of a hat on my a**.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 10:25 AM
Chuckle Hut!!! That's priceless :) I'll make the trip out there, tomatoes in hand :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:26 AM
No tattoos but my nephew promised to take me to get one. I can't wait to show my sister (she'll kill us both)
Snappy- so sorry to hear about the job interview. It's such a downer. Just keep trying- someone will recognize your worth and offer you a great job.
Chicken- very very funny! I loved the line about not making skin anymore.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 10:26 AM
Rob, maybe your grandma would like a tattoo.
Posted by: sam at April 3, 2009 10:27 AM
I have the "Cat in the Asshat" on my taint....not
Posted by: wasder at April 3, 2009 10:27 AM
No tattoos for me. The whole "forever" thing is too daunting. Plus, I think of grandma skin with faded, blurry, saggy tats and I just recoil.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 10:28 AM
snark- what? not I heart Snidely Whiplash?
or "Something Wicked This Way Comes" in an ornate font like blackadder?
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 10:29 AM
Good one Biff!
Snappy, DIBS makes no secret of his preference for asian and mexican cuisine and I was the only asian or mexican at the last meet so there's probably no need to get your sherlock holmes pipe out.
I just find it quite amusing as it would be the only attention from anyone of either sex that I've had in decades (apart from Mrs Chicken)!
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 10:29 AM
does anyone watch For the Love of Ray J on VH1(ok I know totally low-brow) but there is a girl on the show with a tattoo of a panther on HER FACE
talk about REGRETTING that in about 10 years
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 10:30 AM
quote:
Rob, maybe your grandma would like a tattoo.
LOL she has two (or well she did back in the day). she had her eyebrows tattooed on :-/ actually it didnt look SO bad. hahahah
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 10:30 AM
Thanks bxgirl. I'm going to start asking for metrocard reimbursements on the jobs I don't get! That and printing fees for the copies of my resume that I bring :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:30 AM
Chicken, when you're hot you're hot! And Davy boy is warm for your form!!!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:32 AM
quote:
Snappy, DIBS makes no secret of his preference for asian and mexican cuisine and I was the only asian or mexican at the last meet so there's probably no need to get your sherlock holmes pipe out.
no. dave was salivating and hissing at an asian boy who was playing that balls on the floor game at the last meetup. he wasnt a poster here, just someone there. i was there. i was like youre a prevert!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 10:32 AM
Face tats freak me out!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:32 AM
I just wrote out a post and then after thinking about it deleted it.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:33 AM
Anyone see AM NEw York? They front-paged the Obama chicken story. There's a Kennedy Fried in Harlem that updated its rpesidential pedigree as well.
Posted by: slopefarm at April 3, 2009 10:33 AM
Re: the girl with the face tat...No one will ever listen to anything she ever says in her entire life. They'll all just be focused on the tat and wondering what the hell ever possessed her to do that.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:35 AM
Dave, did the lurker beat-down in the comments thread scare you into gentility??? Let it out!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:37 AM
Anyone here have any body piercings? How bad did it hurt?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:37 AM
"no. dave was salivating and hissing at an asian boy who was playing that balls on the floor game at the last meetup. he wasnt a poster here, just someone there. i was there. i was like youre a prevert!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 10:32 AM"
Thanks for bursting my bubble Rob. Now back to being ignored by either sex for the next decade...
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 10:38 AM
> "snark- what? not I heart Snidely Whiplash?"
You know, Snidely would make a great tat if I ever decided to get one. But I have not and likely will not. Too permanent.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 10:38 AM
Dibs - I know - I mean seriously how stupid and where is the internal mechanism, saying "you know, I may look cute and edgy now with this tattoo on my face, but when I am 40 it won't be cute, it will be side-show freak at best"
DUMB!!!!
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 10:39 AM
Since you changed the subjest to piercings, I'm going one step further.... Do any of you have mother of pearl inlaid into any part of your body???
I've seen this in Bangkok.
Full disclosure: I have apierced ear but no inlaid mother of pearl.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:40 AM
dibs, I'm going to ask and I'm sure I'll regret this- what do you mean a mother of pearl inlay in your body? I now envision some poor person being used as a fancy end table.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 10:42 AM
re the Obama-chicken story, I don't get why these businesses were so slow to react.
It was clear that Obama was going to win well before the election so why not do it then? Once Obama won then they could claim to be called that before he was President.
Posted by: the chicken at April 3, 2009 10:43 AM
I have mother of pearl inlaid on the bottoms of my feet. I find it assists me in gliding like the angel that I am :) :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:43 AM
No mother of pearl inlay, but I've laid Pearl's mother! Ba dum bum, DING! Thanks folks, I'll be here all week :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:44 AM
quote:
Anyone here have any body piercings? How bad did it hurt?
in high school and college i did. i dont know why i did. clearly it made me hideous and i attracted ugly people lol. i had my tongue, septum (middle of the nose), bottom lip (have a horrible scar tissue thingie bump from it and i took it out years ago), and i had my ears stretched to a zero guage but they actually closed up which is nice. that is one thing i think about. wasting all that time looking fugly when i was young. grrrrrr
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 10:45 AM
bxgrl...those tables are tacky!!! Small bits of mother of pearl inlaid into your skin. I'm not sure how the process works but I've seen the results.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:46 AM
Insert - hahahahahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 10:47 AM
i have seen women (specifically russian women) who have a super tiny diamond somehow imbedded in their top front tooth.
Posted by: bowl of dicks at April 3, 2009 10:49 AM
"i have seen women (specifically russian women) who have a super tiny diamond somehow imbedded in their top front tooth."
*rewrite*
i have seen women (specifically bay ridge women) who have a super tiny cubic zirconium somehow imbedded in their top front tooth
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:51 AM
oooooooh dickbowl ive seen those. they also have those little studs that go on your eyeballs! ouch!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 10:52 AM
As a joke I told my husband I wanted to get a gold tooth for my birthday like Kat Von D. His expression was priceless.
Posted by: ennuiater at April 3, 2009 10:53 AM
Hey!!! My grammy used to have a gold tooth with a small diamond in it!!! When I was young I thought it made her cute :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:53 AM
Those gemstone pieces that appear to be inlaid into the skin are called "flesh plugs".
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 10:56 AM
dizzamn dibs, you are so right. probs just glued on. :-(
rob, eyeball studs!? i don't wanna know ANYMORE!
Posted by: bowl of dicks at April 3, 2009 10:56 AM
Flesh plugs? That makes it sound even worse! Are they glued on? Stitched on? How the hell does that work?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 10:57 AM
I'm thinking about getting a set of teeth grillz...
http://thugfashion.com/Group.cfm?Brand_ID=20
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 10:59 AM
rob...not in bangkok...they were of a much more permanent nature and the skin starts to grow around them.
If I told you what part of the body you would cringe.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:01 AM
I saw those too, rob. I still cringe at the very thought- my tooth maybe in a million years. My eyes- never never never.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 11:01 AM
Since I'm probably one of the few people on here who is in your gran's age range, I have a suggestion. How about one of those solar-powered rainbow window gizmos? I've given them to many in my age cohort & older & everyone has loved them (& asked where to get them for their friends.) I happen to know that there are vendors on Amazon who have them for a good price.
Posted by: Arkady at April 3, 2009 11:03 AM
Snappy:
http://www.bodyjewelleryshop.com/online_store/gemstone_flesh_plugs_1129.cfm
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 11:04 AM
That got blocked a "Sexual materials"
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:07 AM
THL, all I can say is Sweet Jesus in the Mornin'!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:08 AM
Ennuciator - I adore Kat Von D -well at least when she was with the Miami ink crew and not when she opened up her new shop in LA and started dating Nikki sixx
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 11:08 AM
Geez, can we go back to DIBS sex life, all this banter about flesh plugs and what not is giving me the heebeejeebees.
Posted by: DeLepp at April 3, 2009 11:09 AM
arkady, what exactly is that? it sounds cool though.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 11:09 AM
Hmmm...I've been going to my job interviews with platinum grillz in my mouth that says "Hire Me Biaatch!". Maybe that's why I'm still unemployed. Just a thought. :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:10 AM
i dont want to post this in the actual thread about it (the newest thread about the rendering of the coney island theatre) im sorry but that so looks like a (female lady part below)
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 11:12 AM
It's about 4" long, has a suction cup for attaching to the window, a solar collector that activates a little motor & worm gear. A multi-faceted crystal hangs off the motor & it rotates, catching sunlight & bouncing wonderful prisms of light around the room. I've had one for upwards of 5 years & really get a lot of pleasure out of it. And, if she has cats, they like chasing the rainbows.
Posted by: Arkady at April 3, 2009 11:14 AM
"i have seen women (specifically russian women) who have a super tiny diamond somehow imbedded in their top front tooth."
This dates back to guys like Jelly Roll Morton. Nothing new.
Posted by: East New York at April 3, 2009 11:16 AM
Ohhh...Arkady, I've seen those. They are nice looking. Rob, check to see if Amazon has one. Your gramma might like that.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:16 AM
sounds cool arkady, but i bet my granny hate rainbows.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 11:17 AM
Here's one Rob: http://tinyurl.com/crnb9f
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:17 AM
There is a way for circumcised men to grow a semi-foreskin like replacement by stretching the skin for several months. I think I read an article in Esquire about it.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 11:19 AM
Wait until a rainy day to give it to her.
Posted by: Arkady at April 3, 2009 11:19 AM
Remember when Madonna had her gold tooth phase and had a little diamond put in her front tooth?
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 11:20 AM
"they like chasing the rainbows."
An idiom for the What.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 11:20 AM
jester...I bet you were just looking at the pictures. :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:21 AM
The question, infinite, is why anyone would want to do that. What exactly is the benefit of this procedure?
Posted by: East New York at April 3, 2009 11:23 AM
um....ewww!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:24 AM
Maybe they don't have anything better to do, ENY? There might be a government-funded support group out there for these people.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:26 AM
> "The question, infinite, is why anyone would want to do that."
Indeed. But I know somebody who did it and blogged about it, including photos of the process and his progress. It involved a lot of tape.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 11:27 AM
haha Rob I agree- the coney bandshell looks like a dayglo diaphragm container. i wonder if the designers were going for something so suggestive of "clamshell". am amused.
Posted by: ennuiater at April 3, 2009 11:28 AM
Can't comment on why...quoth Walt Whitman, "if anything is sacred the human body is sacred."
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 11:28 AM
"um....ewww!"....for the entire thread!!
Tattoo - No
Body Peircing - ear lobes
Body Plugs – No
Growing my foreskin – I might want to try this
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 11:30 AM
My body is my temple, sinners worship here.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 11:34 AM
Hopefully the conversation changes. My only other comments are obscene.:)
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 11:36 AM
it's taking every ounce of my restraint not to go off in the friday horror show thread right now. every ounce!!!! i know if i do ill get banned. grrrr that thread pisses me off for some reason and it's just completely poorly written and it's the same paragraph written every friday. grrrr.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 11:39 AM
Tonight's mega millions is $54million. If you won, what's your Brooklyn house pick?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:39 AM
"Indeed. But I know somebody who did it and blogged about it, including photos of the process and his progress."
That doesn't mean it's a good idea.
Posted by: East New York at April 3, 2009 11:39 AM
I have nothing more to add. If the visions of inlaid mother of pearl weren't provacative enough I don't know what else to add.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:39 AM
quote:
There is a way for circumcised men to grow a semi-foreskin like replacement by stretching the skin for several months. I think I read an article in Esquire about it.
EW why would someone want to do that? ant eaters are fugly
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 11:40 AM
Don't get me started on the joys of foreskin rob.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:41 AM
"that thread pisses me off for some reason"
Rob, we are in agreement. It's really weak, I think.
Posted by: East New York at April 3, 2009 11:41 AM
quote:
Tonight's mega millions is $54million. If you won, what's your Brooklyn house pick?
today's horror show friday thread. just out of spite. and i'd paint it neon green and pink stripes and invite 100 people to live in it and give them all copies of my mailbox key.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 11:42 AM
hm- well how 'bout those Mets? 1st expo game tonight at 6 vs the Sox.
I never post this much, can you tell it's a REALLY slow day today? Hope it picks up after lunch.
Posted by: ennuiater at April 3, 2009 11:43 AM
from the rc forum thread:
rob- its a free and public blog. I'm allowed to comment on another's post. I did respond without insulting you or putting you down OR speaking for you. If you can't handle that, you have a problem, not me.
trust me I will never bring up your name or respond to you again. It's so not worth it. In the meantime- grow up.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 11:43 AM
LOL Rob!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:44 AM
Re: The RC Forum Thread....I hope my tenants never post something about their landlord who has all kinds of strange guys over.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:45 AM
What the hell? Why are folks fighting now? Dave, it might be time to repost your version of the kumbaya song.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:47 AM
dibs- they probably find you strange and exotic. Of course you own the building :-)
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 11:48 AM
Strange, maybe. Exotic, I doubt it.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:49 AM
snappy- go see the rc thread. I would never ask for advice on the forum- you get bashed just for asking, people insult you for anything and everything. And they assume anything and everything.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 11:50 AM
You folks are going straight to hell...at least I'll have company there.
Anyone have any suggestions for a restaurant in Chelsea / Flatiron area? I'm going out with a few colleagues for dinner.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 11:51 AM
by Fred Seidel
I don't believe in anything. I do
Believe in you.
Down here in hell we do don't.
I can't think of anything I won't.
I amputate your feet and I walk.
I excise your tongue and I talk.
You make me fly through the black sky.
I will kill you until I die.
Thank God for you, God.
I do.
My God, it is almost always Christmas Eve this time of year, too.
Then I began to pray.
I don't believe in anything anyway.
I did what I do. I do believe in you.
Down here in hell they do don't.
I can't think of anything we won't.
How beautiful thy feet with shoes.
Struggling barefoot over dunes of snow forever, more falling, forever, Jews
Imagine mounds of breasts stretching to the horizon.
We send them to their breast, mouthful of orison.
I like the color of the smell. I like the odor of spoiled meat.
I like how gangrene transubstantiates warm firm flesh into rotten sleet.
When the blue blackens and they amputate, I fly.
I am flying a Concorde of modern passengers to gangrene in the sky.
I am flying to Area Code 212
To stab a Concorde into you,
To plunge a Sword into the gangrene.
This is a poem about a sword of kerosene.
This is my 2lst century in hell.
I stab the sword into the smell.
I am the sword of sunrise flying into Area Code 212
To flense the people in the buildings, and the buildings, into dew.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 11:51 AM
For those who just scrolled down below infinite's lyrics
:-),
my question right before that was, "Anyone have any suggestions for a restaurant in Chelsea / Flatiron area? I'm going out with a few colleagues for dinner."
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 11:53 AM
After that poem I think I'm too depressed to think about a restaurant. It made my skin crawl. :-(
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 11:55 AM
YOu said the open thread was weak. Here I try to spice it up and this is the thanks I get :-)
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 11:56 AM
My skin is already in the elevator pressing the down button.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 11:57 AM
biff, yes.
mcdonald's of Chelsea at 26th Stwww.mcdonalds.com
335 8th Ave
New York, NY 10001
(212) 633-1107
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 11:57 AM
bxgrl...that's usually NOT the case in the Forum. its just that the issue regarding RC tenants and tenants vs. landlords are particularly contentious ones. Most Forum discussions about light parts, cellar floors, etc, etc, etc don't get that way.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 11:58 AM
Alright folks. The back and forth fighting in the forum threads has to stop. I too would be afraid to ask a question over there. The answers and advice get lost amongst all the eyeball scratching! And, it only feeds the lurkers' anger towards us as using this site as a boxing ring. Whether we beat down a new poster or a regular, we all look bad from the in-fighting. As Rose from the Golden Girls would say: "Whaddya say we all join hands and sing a chorus of 'Abraham, Martin and John!"
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 11:59 AM
Snappy...do you think Suze Orman dresses like Maude????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:00 PM
LOL Dave! I don't really watch her so I can't say.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:03 PM
Thanks Rob. I wasn't looking for anything fancy but perhaps just a tad more upscale than that.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:04 PM
infinite, I think you need some alone time. ALL alone.
Posted by: East New York at April 3, 2009 12:06 PM
What's more upscale than a 10 piece mcnuggets with a sweet tea? Biff, you are not well versed in the ways of the high-falutin!!! j/k :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:07 PM
I HATE sweet tea.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:07 PM
Please slow down; I can't write all your suggestions down fast enough.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:09 PM
I've never had the sweet tea actually. I assume it is caffeinated tea so I won't touch it. Anyone ever had it? How sweet is it?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:09 PM
snappy- complicated issues get complicated responses. I responded to rob over something he said- and i wasn't insulting about it. Vinca then went after me, for no good reason. Then rob responded in a not nice way and I'm sorry but this is a public blog. We should be able to post opposing opinions and not get slapped for it.
I rarely post on the forum because this always happens. Not on the posts about items, or renovation questions- but always on landlord/tenant threads. I'm a tanant- but I try to be fair. Not every landlord is bad, not every tenant is good.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 12:10 PM
same here. WTF is "sweet tea" aside from iced tea with lotsa sugar in it?
Posted by: bowl of dicks at April 3, 2009 12:11 PM
Please try not to clutter the OT with sound, rational discussion.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:12 PM
I think regular tea is caffeinated but not green. Does McDonald's serve green sweet tea?
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 12:12 PM
Biff, try Cafeteria at 119 7th Ave
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:12 PM
Bif,
Il Barstado on 21 and 7th for Italian
Gasgone 19th and 8th for French
Sueno 18 between 8th and 9th for Mexican.
Both are mid priced.
Posted by: DeLepp at April 3, 2009 12:13 PM
Snappy, I was thinking of Cafeteria. I thought I heard it went downhill recently, but still think it might be a good choice. Thanks!
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:14 PM
I know, bxgirl. My statement was aimed at everyone of us, not you in particular. Those threads do seem to get hairy quite often :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:14 PM
Biff, Cafeteria is good as long as neither you or your dining companions like well done meats. They can't seem to grasp that concept over there. Also, get there as early as you can. It gets ridiculously packed and you can wind up waiting forever for a table.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:16 PM
oops- sorry dibs. Am not going back to that thread- yet another poster has just ranted an anti-OP post. Bet that guy will never post a question on the forum again.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 12:16 PM
S'ok, snappy- I'm in the elevator going down with snark and our skins. And my tiara.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 12:17 PM
And why do the Brits insist on putting lots of sugar and cream in hot tea??? That's just an abomination if you ask me.
Speaking of the Brits...how 'bout Michelle touching the Queen's shoulder??? Now that's apparently something to talk about!!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:18 PM
Thanks DeLepp, that's great. I'm being treated (your hard earned TARP and TALF money at work - KIDDING), so I'm not so worried about price, but I definitely don't want anything stuffy or quiet. Something a bit more loose and loud, like certain posters around here whose names shall go unmentioned.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:19 PM
Hi folks;
Isn't the following scenario a piece of work?
-On a Friday, a publisher puts out a post saying he wants to expand the number of commenters, and clearly indicates that the impediment to doing so is the regular posters. They "beat down" newcomers (though an example can't be cited), they are called "spirited" in a perjorative manner and they clog the airwaves with their non-quality posts. In this Friday post, the publisher never hints that he has new features coming out THE FOLLOWING WEEK.
-after the regular posters protest, the publisher issues a non-apology apology ("If" you were offended, I'm sorry), and suddenly uses the ocassion to announce new features.
-the following week, at least three new features suddenly appear (MM posts, "price-o-meter" and showing various price levels in the last week's sales post). We also learn that the number of page views is at an all-time high, which would seem to indicate (at least to my way of thinking) that the number of viewers and posters would be at an all-time high, even though we were informed a few days before that these new folks were intimidated by the regulars.
-Finally, the publisher todays runs the one thread that some of the regulars had pointedly suggested he eliminate in order to raise the quality of the site.
Weird. Just plain weird. Can anyone figure this out? As far as I can see, it can be summed up in the form of a raised middle finger to at least some of the regular posters. Am I wrong on this?
You know, I am exhausted today, as I just finished a two week cross-country trip that involved about 6 customers and a trade show. I make my living dealing face-to-face with customers, and in my wildest dreams I would never treat even my biggest jerk customers this way.
Posted by: benson at April 3, 2009 12:21 PM
Thanks Snappy, while I never eat my meat well done (medium rare, please), I might pass then based on your comments as I really don't want to be waiting in line in the rain for a table and then deal with servers with attitudes. I get enough attitude around the Open Thread during the day. :-)
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:21 PM
I just wrote a posting for another thread and when I hit "post" I got a message that I needed to register, even though I have been posting all morning. Annoying because what I wrote was lost, erased. Why does this happen? Is it Stoner's way of limiting the number of postings made by one writer on a particular thread?
Posted by: sam at April 3, 2009 12:21 PM
Bxgirl, I will get that tiara some day, by hook or by crook!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:25 PM
benson, I need to ponder your post. I do think it is interesting to think about such points.
DeLepp, I can't find Il Barstado, but Gascogne has foie gras. DIBS, you want to join us? Actually, I am guessing you would prefer Sueno, which is Mexican...
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:26 PM
Biff, the margeritas at Sueno are terrific and so is the food. Il Barstado is festive. Gasgone maybe a little sedate.
Sala is also on 19th between 5th and 6th, spanish with an emphasis on tapa, always festive.
Posted by: DeLepp at April 3, 2009 12:26 PM
sam....I've had that hapen but very infrequently. I think its usually because of multiple websites I have open and going in and out of brownstoner. i think its a server glitch of some sort and nothing intentional.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:26 PM
BIFF---just saw your request...
Try Beppe on 22nd. Its awesome. Somewhat more expensive than some of the other suggestions thrown out there so far but really good food and great wine.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/beppe-restaurant-new-york
Posted by: wasder at April 3, 2009 12:26 PM
Benson, it is indeed a middle finger. A middle finger indeed. But I just posted a middle finger for him on that thread :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:27 PM
Hey Biff, don't forget Gramercy Tavern.
Posted by: buttermilk channel at April 3, 2009 12:29 PM
Il Bastardo is often featured on MTV's "The City". I think one or two of the 'characters' bartend there. It might be crazy due to avid reality-tv fans stalking the place trying to catch a glimpse of the 'celebrities.'
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:29 PM
Since someone brought up the concorde...
The Air france Concorde crash in 2000 killed more Germans than the French did in WWII.
Posted by: DeLepp at April 3, 2009 12:30 PM
I think its a random thing, sam. Seems to happen every once in awhile and I'b starting to think it has someting to do with the browser not the website itself.
----------------
benson- welcome back. I was getting very tired of being the resident curmudgeon this week. It's not like I get paid to do it :-(
but really- why so angry at brownstoner? As a blogowner he should be asking questions. We're all here on his dime. He's created a rare place and opportunity for us -no other website can say it created both an on and offline community. I'm really grateful for it and I think Jon has taken much abuse over the years from us, yet he still lets us romp and play.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 12:32 PM
Thanks wasder, I'll have a look. Appreciate the suggestion and link.
DeLepp, Sala appears to be just what we were looking for. My colleagues prefer festive places, which runs counter to most finance types, and tapas (with lots of sangria, which I assume they have) is always a great call. We very well might end up there.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:32 PM
DeLepp...I have a Jewish friend that runs his own hedge fund. He has a great saying: "Averaging down has killed more Jews than Hitler."
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:33 PM
(getting dressed to go meet Biff for lunch)
kidding...but really when he said medium rare steak my mouth started watering.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 12:34 PM
thanks Dave. I din't mean to interrupt the cocktail hour planning posts. Bad timing on my part!
Posted by: sam at April 3, 2009 12:34 PM
Medium rare to rare. Prime rib must be dripping blood. Rare venison.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:35 PM
Biff,
NOOOO.....Cafeteria!!
BLT Fish - 17th st btwn 5&6 (Seafood)
Blue Water Grill - Broadway, 16th st (Seafood)
Basta Pasta - 17th st btwn 5&6 (Italian)
Room Service - 10th Ave, 20th st (Thia)
Pipa - 19th st & Broadway (Spanish...but I only had the tapas which were really good)
Cookshop - 10th ave & 21st - Never been, but heard it's really good.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 12:36 PM
THL, it's for dinner, not lunch, but we can go early and start with the sangria!
Snappy, no wonder I couldn't find the place; I had the wrong name. I think you're probably right re: the crowd.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:37 PM
I remember Cafeteria to be VERY loud. There's a huge bar scene on one side.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:39 PM
BRG, I've never tried Thia food. :-)
Are you saying NO to Cafeteria or NO to me booking Sala?
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:40 PM
"I make my living dealing face-to-face with customers, and in my wildest dreams I would never treat even my biggest jerk customers this way."
Same here, Benson. Am I am puzzled as well!
"We're all here on his dime."
More accurately, he's making his "dime" BECAUSE we are all here. Big difference.
Posted by: East New York at April 3, 2009 12:41 PM
ENY, he just smacked at you in the horror show thread. Again, I say middle finger indeed.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:43 PM
I didn't get my knickers all in a twist over the Commenting Thread. Some of you guys & gals are just too sensitive.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 12:44 PM
Cafeteria is very loud. And the bar scene is insane. But most folks rave about the food. I found it to be ok, aside from them not being able/willing to give me leather on a bun :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:44 PM
Ok, I have to check out the other thread. Is it the Horror Show thread that has the controversial comments everyone is talking about or another thread(s)?
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:45 PM
No to Cafeteria....over hyped.
I second the recommendation for Sala...you won't be disappointed...the tapas are excellent, probably better than my recommendation of Pipa.
THAI!!!!!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 12:47 PM
Yes, Biff. Go read and enjoy.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:48 PM
ENY- that's also true but I think the rancor against Jon is a little over the top. I really don't understand it.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 12:49 PM
This is wearing me out. What's up next for discussion?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 12:51 PM
Thanks Snappy and BRG.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 12:51 PM
I have no rancor towards him but I agree with Benson and ENY. Mr. B wasn't simply asking questions. Its easy now to let offense slip into nothing and wonder what all the fuss was about but it was basically an uncalled for dis. I remember others aslo being offended (eg THL), but perhaps they are more grown up and find it easier to get past things. For me it soured my view. I am no longer a regular poster, and I read it less. The tepid non-apology apology was lame.
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 12:57 PM
Can we mention cats now?
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 12:57 PM
ditto, I admit a little wind was taken out of my sails during this past week, but I'm not sure if it is a changing feeling I have about this blog or the fact I've been insanely busy with work. I am inclined to believe it is the latter.
I really enjoy your posts and I would hate to see you leave.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 1:00 PM
ditto...you have one of the better senses of humour here (Biff's one-liners notwithstanding). Please don't go.
Note the use of the British "humour."
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 1:00 PM
Ditto to what Ditto said.
Now, back to our regularly scheduled programming:
meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 1:02 PM
Ditto, wait, wait....don't go.
You, me and the Mrs were supposed to go out.
We're not done here.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 1:03 PM
And ditto, I haven't met the two brothers-in-law yet!!!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 1:08 PM
I understand what you're saying ditto. But on the other side- Jon's a businessman. It's his place to worry that new posters may be put off.
And to be really fair, Jon has put up with a lot of abuse and insults from us. He's been accused of being a racist, a snob and much worse, threatened and insulted often. I have yet to ever see an apology to him. He posts things provocatively to get a conversation going, and those threads get the most posts so on some level we must enjoy them, don't you think?
I know him and I have a lot of respect for him and for the way he handles most of it. I was away but did glance at the commenters thread- but my feeling is the level of anger seems awfully high for what it was. And I miss your posts, and bensons and hope you both keep coming back. (Besides- I still need my book recommendations from you :-)
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 1:08 PM
I've been posting online since 1993 and was not offended by Mr. B's comment. I didn't even think it was that strongly worded.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 1:12 PM
Geez - I go back to work these past 2 hours and find another 100 posts
agreed on Cafeteria - totally overhyped
am trying to think of some places around there that I love
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 1:12 PM
Bxgrl and all;
I've gotta get out of here, because the cat talk is soming. Yikes!!!
Let me just say that I have no rancor towards Mr. B. I just think that he did not show the proper respect towards his patrons and his apology was a non-apology. My main feeling is that it is just weird for a business person to act this way.
He simply could have asked: "Does anyone have any ideas for improving the quality of this site"? or "Does anyone have any ideas as to how to make this site more inviting to new comers?", instead of using the opportunity to disparge the regular posters multiple times.
I am not leaving the site, mainly because I've come to like the on-line community we've developed here. As Biff said, however, some of the wind is out of my sails right now because of what happened. Let's see what happens.
Posted by: benson at April 3, 2009 1:12 PM
don't go benson! You'll be taking 33% of the Republicans with you and you did promise to never give up the fight! :-)
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 1:16 PM
Since benson and I are in the same boat with the drooping sails, can someone please pass some wind?
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 1:18 PM
Biff, ever the humorist!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 1:19 PM
Very nice of you all to say so.
But look back at the open thread where Mr B told us he didn't like where it was going (no different than today's) and then implicated us as a bunch of bullies for intimidating a trolling poster whose first post was along the lines of "hello losers". Why is the Openthread still here? Because its importnant to the site, to many return customers, and to his number of hits.
He clearly offended a number of the people who strengthen and give this board a real "community" aspect and nature. Its not imaginary offense, thats why some of us are still talking about it a week later. To DIBS it may run off like water off a duck's arse, and good for DIBS for having that attitude. But whatever Mr. B's actual intentions were (and I do appreciate him, his product, his community contributions and his phlegmatic attitude in the face of provocation by Mr. What etc) his slapdown (or community polling as the more generous have deemed it) does not go down well.
I now have to give the soapbox back to Benson and get some lunch.
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 1:19 PM
Don't worry Benson. Chia pet sales will pick up soon and then you can come back here to express your deep sense of entitlement.
On another note, when some of you people talk about "community" it's enough to turn a subway rat's stomach. It's akin to hearing George W. Bush and his ilk talk about the precious "family" and "family values". "Community" indeed.
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 1:21 PM
"and then implicated us as a bunch of bullies for intimidating a trolling poster whose first post was along the lines of "hello losers"."
Actually, it was more along the lines of "hello pathetic losers." :-)
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 1:22 PM
Biff, you're full of hot air, I'm sure you can manage to sail away.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 1:22 PM
Thanks, but 998798668 just supplied enough hot air for a balloon ride from here to Fiji.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 1:24 PM
Mr. B's not perfect, but he's consistently excellent. That's good enough for me.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 1:25 PM
^^^^^^^^^
sorry, I hope that doesn't appear to be a beatdown.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 1:25 PM
Cafeteria has good meatloaf. I go sometimes for lunch cause I work in the area. Evenings are definitely not my scene.
Posted by: ennuiater at April 3, 2009 1:25 PM
Mr. B = 1
Benson = 0
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 1:26 PM
quote:
On another note, when some of you people talk about "community" it's enough to turn a subway rat's stomach.
lol thanks for that. (it's kinda true hahah)
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 1:31 PM
On another note...
Heavy rains are indicating I need to clean my gutters. Ugh!
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 1:33 PM
http://www.chiaobama.com/
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 1:33 PM
You might want to re-eavulate your ideas of what communities can be. Are you expecting a tea party to raise money for the church roof fund?
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 1:34 PM
Just in case it has escaped the notice of others here, Mr. B is the owner of this blog. We are guests here.
Again, Mr. B is the owner, we are guests. Please repeat this 20 or 30 times. Perhaps then you'll start to get it.
We have absolutely no say in what happens here that Mr. B doesn't grant us. So, if you're unhappy with the way this site is run, feel free to start your own damned blog somewhere else. I'm sure it will spawn a delightful "community" lol.
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 1:35 PM
THL - thats exactly why we need to get that party together for the church roof fund.
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 1:35 PM
Chia Saddam?
http://z.about.com/d/politicalhumor/1/0/X/2/saddam_chia_thug.jpg
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 1:36 PM
I just ate some Dark Chocolate Pecan Carmel Nut Clusters....yummy!!!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 1:37 PM
So, um, how about the sham-wow guy going to jail for punching out a hooker?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 1:39 PM
Yes, this is not some VOX POP coffee shop where we all have a communal say in the management. Look where that got them.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 1:40 PM
9987998668 - your type of consumer impotence is why NYC waiters expect a 20% tip regardless of their performance.
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 1:43 PM
You're right Dittohead. Let's show Mr. B and the world that we mean business by crying like little schoolgirls...following Benson's example. That'll show 'em.
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 1:47 PM
DIBS;
Are you for real on this? Who is trying to dispute that Mr. B. is the owner of this site, and can do whatever the heck he wants with it?
The issue is how he treats his loyal, existing patrons. As ENY pointed out above, he makes his money by convincing advertisers that folks come to this site.
Sure, I've met a few business persons who have made it clear in subtle ways that me and my money are not welcome, or are not in keeping with the clientele they want. I take the cue and go elsewhere.
Posted by: benson at April 3, 2009 1:47 PM
doormat much?
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 1:48 PM
You take the clue? Really? Then why are you still here?
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 1:48 PM
Sorry 99879 etc., I meant "doormat often?"
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 1:49 PM
benson...I just didn't actually find it all that offensive; therefore my responses to all of this are going to be somewhat less than serious.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 1:50 PM
Unfortunately Benson it's going to keep happening so long as you think that by wearing a Borsalino you've found a way around the shirts and shoes requirement at finer dining establishments.
Frankly, it put me off my dinner.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 1:51 PM
I want to see SNL do a skit on the Sham-Wow guy and the hooker. I think it could be hilarious.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 1:51 PM
How much longer do we have to discuss the "tone" of the Comments Thread????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 1:53 PM
Here's a link to the story:
http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2009/0327092sham1.html
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 1:53 PM
Benson, you have to start your own blog, not just go elsewhere - see Mr. random numeral's 1.35pm post.
I remember after the Exxon Valdez disaster I had to build my own gas station in a consumer boycott effort.
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 1:53 PM
Maybe we are dicks-
http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/04/03/binghamton.shooting/index.html
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 1:53 PM
From what I hear, he made a mess with her face that not even sham-wow could clean up.
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 1:54 PM
998;
I have not posted all week. I'm posting today to show the other regulars that they are being treated in an inappropriate manner.
Hey Mr. B: how about applying some of your guidance about not creating hostile environment for a poster? Or does that only apply for situations like Randolph? Is it OK when the poster being targetted is not one of your favorites?
Posted by: benson at April 3, 2009 1:54 PM
"I want to see SNL do a skit on the Sham-Wow guy and the hooker. I think it could be hilarious."
SNL - skit WON'T be hilarious, it won't even be slightly funny.
;-)
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 1:56 PM
998798668, I don't think I was as offended as some other regular posters and I am certain the blog will go on whether or not one or all of the "usual suspects" disappears. The one thing that irked me was the notion that people who are new to the blog are intimidated and/or turned off from commenting due to the behavior of the regulars. Notwithstanding my first post to you, which was a response to your own initial mocking of someone else, I think most of the regulars are very welcoming and happy to debate issues with anyone (regular or infrequent posters alike) if everyone can be civil about it.
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 1:56 PM
infinitejester,
I'm sure you're referring to the fact that the architect placed the utilities meters right on the front of that building.
So out of context.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 1:59 PM
benson you might just have to put it in a bubble and blow. (i.e. just let it go). i've decided to just be a robot on the issue.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 1:59 PM
"I have not posted all week. I'm posting today to show the other regulars that they are being treated in an inappropriate manner."
LOL!! Ah yes, it would be unfortunate indeed if this were to escape their notice.
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 2:00 PM
a rob bot?
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 2:01 PM
THL - huh? I'm talking about that hostage situation.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 2:02 PM
I suppose 998 etc. (aka randolph) must be one of the new hi-quality posters Mr. B is trying to attract.
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 2:02 PM
Ok - I think I need a break from this site
there are fights going on amongst posters(regulars and newbies)on pretty much every thread tody!
Even Mr.B is getting into it on Horror Show friday with some folks
Posted by: gemini10 at April 3, 2009 2:05 PM
I think Biff needs to step in with his conciliatory diplomatic skills.
Posted by: dittoburg at April 3, 2009 2:08 PM
Benson- I put in my two cents with regards to the whole affair as I'm sure you know.
The thing is though is his blog and it's our choice as to whether or not we come and visit.
I sure wouldn't want him stopping by mine and telling me that I talk about the Housewives or my cats too much.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 2:08 PM
Yes ditto, many numbers only started posting the day of the Comment Thread AND so far only about Comments.
Did anybody else see that the Sham-wow guy paid the hooker $1,000 for straight sex?!?!?!?
$1,000.....$1,000.....$1,000!!!
DAMN!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 2:08 PM
I think if a prostitute bit my tongue I'd pummel his face too.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:10 PM
the going rate for high quality prostition these days is about 3000 dollars (4 hours). so 1000 dollars isnt absurdly high.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 2:11 PM
Bayridgegirl, what would seem like a more reasonable amount for that service, in your view? $100? $200?
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 2:11 PM
ditto, I say we all just meet at Sala and discuss this over a few hundred pitchers of Sangria!
Don't get too down about it. The vast majority of people here appreciate your posts and we would hate to lose such a beloved member of our "community" (*cue the turning of the rats' stomachs).
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 2:11 PM
one week later, same old bullsht. and i am not 998.
Posted by: randolph at April 3, 2009 2:11 PM
BR..I've never paid anything remotely close to that.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:11 PM
I'm with you biff- I found it funny that anyone wojuld be intimidated by posting under a made up name on a blog with other people posting under made up names. It's very weird. I can understand people being turned off by some of the banter but really- maybe if more of the lurkers posted, the threads would stay more on topic ot more in their interest. As they used to say- if you aren't part of the solution, you're part of the problem.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 2:12 PM
Funny you just popped in though, randolph. Are we male or female today?????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:12 PM
THL;
"The thing is though is his blog and it's our choice as to whether or not we come and visit."
No disputing that! That is what I am pondering.
"I sure wouldn't want him stopping by mine and telling me that I talk about the Housewives or my cats too much. "
Disagree with you on this one. Your blog (very nice, by the way) is just that: a blog. This site, however, is a commercial enterprise. As I said above, I just cannot imagine treating my commercial customers in this way.
By the way, I just want to clear up one point. I never asked Mr. B. to eliminate the Horror Show thread. If you go back to the thread in question, I told him that it had become pointless in its present form, other than an exercise in snob appeal. I (and Montrose) had suggested ways in which the thread could evolve. I was trying to do this as a loyal reader.
Well, sorry to have hijacked this thread. I've said enough, and will think about it for awhile. Have a good weekend all (except for Randolph/998).
Posted by: benson at April 3, 2009 2:17 PM
"BR..I've never paid anything remotely close to that."
DIBS...I've never charged anything remotely close to that.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 2:17 PM
you too benson.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 2:18 PM
"As I said above, I just cannot imagine treating my commercial customers in this way."
You say this now, but when times are good I'll bet you expect them to provide their own seeds for Chia Shaggy and Chia Scooby.
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 2:19 PM
If high priced hookers command 3-4 grand a pop (no pun intended), then I'm in the wrong field. Forget law. BRG, loan me some clear pumps. What size shoe do you wear? :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 2:20 PM
What would you charge, BRG (hypothetically speaking of course)?
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 2:21 PM
DIBS, do you get a bulk discount when getting more than one guy at the same time as the Sukkathai?
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 2:23 PM
"ENY, he just smacked at you in the horror show thread. Again, I say middle finger indeed."
Hey, I was in a meeting. I responded to his post, and while I do understand his viewpoint, I respectfully disagree.
"ENY- that's also true but I think the rancor against Jon is a little over the top."
I don't hate the guy. I don't even know him! I just think his "Horror Show" post is a thinly veiled form of snobbery, and his request that his posters post more "interesting" material in the Open Thread smacks of hubris. Benson's 1:12 post and dittoburg's 12:57 post pretty much sum up my feelings. From where I sit, there's no question Mr. Brownstoner did a poor job of handling his "issues' with the tone of commentary on the Open Thread. As a PR guy, I can tell you it's bad policy to piss off a percentage of the people upon whom you rely for your livelihood. OK, that's it, I'm done. Got work to do. Have a nice weekend, everyone.
Posted by: East New York at April 3, 2009 2:25 PM
benson, by definition, the OT cannot be hijacked. We welcome anyone's point of view here on ANY subject whatsoever.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:25 PM
Make that "at" the Sukkathai
Posted by: Biff Champion at April 3, 2009 2:25 PM
Biff, the Sukhothai is a 5 star hotel. They do not provide guys. You need to go to a go-go bar for that. I recommend that you establish a relationship with one over many years and you will be well taken care of.
The fee to take a guy (or girl from another similar type place) is about Baht 200 (US$5.70) to the bar. A nice tip for the guy would be Baht 2,500 or US$ 71.42. There really are no bulk discounts. And, I'd pay up for a pair of brothers...even more so if they were twins.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:29 PM
Terrible news about Binghamton.
Posted by: mopar at April 3, 2009 2:29 PM
At the Sukho, Sukhothai
The hottest spot north of Bangkok
At the Sukho, Sukhothai
Music and passion were always the fashion
At the Sukho .... they fell in love
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 2:33 PM
Check the news about Binghamton. People have been killed and hostages taken at an immigration center. Disturbing.
Posted by: mopar at April 3, 2009 2:37 PM
Not among the bars I go to legion. Where is that place?? It's not near patpong.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:39 PM
We will find out that the Binghampton shooter is some kind of racist with a Nazi paraphanalia collection.
Also, did anyone see that Iowa courts unanimously reversed a gay marriage ban? Just in case any of you are getting tired of the Brooklyn brownstone blogging and need a lifestyle change. :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:41 PM
Dave, If I thought I could find a woman in Sheboigan, I'd be there :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 2:45 PM
Wait, that's Idaho...well, you catch my drift!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 2:45 PM
Yes, it's horrible to think that the shooter is probably someone who's out of work and blames immigrants for his situation.
I did see that that Iowa decision. They said the ban was unconstitutional -- that's what I like to hear.
Posted by: mopar at April 3, 2009 2:46 PM
What with Mr. B's failure to give delicate little Benson the preferential treatment he deserves, we can hardly be asked to display too much concern over a few deaths in Binghamton.
Posted by: 998798668 at April 3, 2009 2:48 PM
I'm surprised about Iowa. I went to grad school there and was once in a very small town bar. The patrons were openly telling racist jokes.
Last week I was in South Carolina - the gun culture there is incredible. My friend and I were driving down the highway and he asked me to get the Purell from the glove box. I opened it and he had a pistol with a loaded clip next to it! For protecting against carjackings.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 2:50 PM
300 approaches...everyone stand to.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 2:50 PM
Snappy...I think I've heard you yell "I da ho" many times at Cattyshack.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:50 PM
And, Sheboigan is in Michigan, I believe. Best you stay on the East Coast.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:51 PM
LOL Dave! And Sheboygan is in WI! So there, we are both wrong!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 2:53 PM
jester...the share prices of the gun manufacturers (RGR, SWHC) have gone through the roof with sales skrocketing. A lot of it has to do with Democrats sweeping the country and the expectations of tougher gun laws.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:54 PM
quote:
And, I'd pay up for a pair of brothers...even more so if they were twins.
im not a prude, but that's just ewww
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 2:54 PM
Dave, my dear Dave, are you really calling someone a ho? Pot, kettle, black, etc. LOL :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 2:54 PM
Mila Jovovich is selling her Townhouse in the Village.
http://realestalker.blogspot.com/
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 2:54 PM
Rob, when I quit smoking are you going to go on the 3 mile walks with me?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 2:55 PM
rob...Don't knock it 'till you've tried it. You ever done a 3-way, or a 4-way, or a 5-way???
I bet every hetero guy here would love a set of twin girls!!!!! Am I wrong guys?????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 2:55 PM
actually it's 2.8 miles, but I like to round up :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 2:58 PM
Is Milla Jovovich the paint store???
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 3:02 PM
No, she's the original model/singer/actress.
I'm a twin - sharing a chick with him would be about the only guy I would do it with.
Posted by: infinitejester at April 3, 2009 3:05 PM
uuuuum infinite, you might want to re-write this "would be about the only guy I would do it with."
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 3:08 PM
omig-d, omig-d- I went ot school there and lived only a few blocks away. I love Binghamton- always wanted to go back- sorry-very upset.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 3:09 PM
Yes, BRG...I'm not so sure jester got that right!! I wouldn't really be interested in sharing some guy with my sister!!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 3:12 PM
I just learned on the elevator news service that "People who surf the Web for personal use during work hours are more productive than their colleagues."
Too funny.
I bet the study methodology was groundbreaking in its creativity.
Posted by: mopar at April 3, 2009 3:19 PM
So, I'm working and listing to music....I have a disco Mix playing.
Upside Down - Diana Ross
Respectfully I see to thee
Im aware that you're cheating
But no one makes me feel like you do
Respectfully???? WTF
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 3:22 PM
mopar...it was an Australian study. I posted it in yesterday's OT.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 3:22 PM
the AIA protestors just walked by my office. only about 200 people. LAME!
Posted by: bowl of dicks at April 3, 2009 3:24 PM
Its disco. What do you expect??
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 3:24 PM
People need *help* they need healthcare and jobs, not bank bailouts. Instead of protests we get gunman. (I think. Maybe I'm way off here.)
Benson, I think you need a nap. You sound a little paranoid about Mr. B.
Posted by: mopar at April 3, 2009 3:24 PM
ugg i meant AIG , sorr
Posted by: bowl of dicks at April 3, 2009 3:28 PM
People are still protesting AIG? That's so "last week."
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 3:34 PM
BoD..I was going to ask. Why would the AIA (American Institute of Architects) be protesting?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 3:34 PM
I say get all the Bankers and every one in Finance...Bastards!!!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 3:37 PM
BRG...someone designed all those Horror Show Friday and Mill Basin places. I think its a valid cause to protest against architects.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 3:38 PM
Another Disco WTF lyric...
Last Dance - Donna Summer
I need you, by me,
Beside me, to guide me,
To hold me, to scold me,
cause when Im bad
Im so, so bad
Scold????
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 3:49 PM
BRG > i was actually opening up some junk mail from the AIA, as the AIG protestors were walking by outside.. DIBS you are right, protesting AIG is so "last week". But this was an organized march. i guess it took them this long to get the permits, LOL!
Posted by: bowl of dicks at April 3, 2009 3:49 PM
Biff, I am a bit late on the advice but I work in the area and agree 100% with BRG's choices for the dinner in the hood.
Avoid Cafeteria at all costs.
Posted by: Kensingtonian at April 3, 2009 3:50 PM
Look what 11217 just posted in another thread.....
Dave,
I'm sorry to go completely off topic here, but I just received this email from a friend and thought you'd get a great laugh about it...do you think The What is starting a gay party in Bed Stuy...??
***
I am going to be DJing at this new monthly party called Skittles tonight in Bedstuy. Lots of cute queers, cheap beers and dancings!!
Myself and DJ Jeffo! will be spinning all sorts of new wave and dark electronic 80's music- it should be a blast!
For more info you can check out the flyer:
http://www.larkisadora.com/img/skittle3.jpg
Posted by: 11217 at April 3, 2009 3:37 PM
What, care to comment??????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 4:03 PM
"mopar...it was an Australian study. I posted it in yesterday's OT."
Too funny! I guess everything is upside down in that part of the world.
Posted by: mopar at April 3, 2009 4:04 PM
Biff...were you invited ro the Skittles party at the Outpost?????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 4:07 PM
OMG!!! Skittles.....that's hysterical.
It's the first friday of every month...we should hit it.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 4:11 PM
Do we get special VIP treatment if we say we know the What?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 4:18 PM
Wait you guys, the Park Slope Food Co-Cop charges you a deposit to join? How much is it?
Posted by: Heather at April 3, 2009 4:36 PM
Heather you also need to do your time and work there as well.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 5:03 PM
[cobblehiller peeks at OT]
325 posts! You guys are having way too much fun without me! : )
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 5:04 PM
cobble...read my post at 4:03
The What's having a skittles party at the Outpost
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 5:10 PM
I leave for an hour and everybody falls asleep.
What's everyone doing this weekend?
I'm working...BOOOOOOO!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 5:11 PM
quote:
Wait you guys, the Park Slope Food Co-Cop charges you a deposit to join? How much is it?
your first born!!!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at April 3, 2009 5:11 PM
I'm putting skittles on the calendar for next month, already have plans for tonight.
Posted by: DeLepp at April 3, 2009 5:12 PM
Taxes!
Posted by: mopar at April 3, 2009 5:13 PM
That's too funny DIBS! I really doubt that's What, but...I wonder if he'll be there. Someone please go and report back! Where did 11217 post that?
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 5:13 PM
"What's everyone doing this weekend?"
Hi BRG, Going to a museum, a crafts fair and traveling via bus, plane, plane, and car!
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 5:15 PM
On my way to Philly. Going out with bf and friends for friend's birthday tonight.
He posted it in the open house thread.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 5:18 PM
Having friends and family over for a guitar hero competition tomorrow.
I ROCK IT HARDCORE B*TCHES!
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 5:36 PM
"I ROCK IT HARDCORE B*TCHES!"
uuum THL, you might want to re-write this!!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 5:44 PM
I'm planning a yay- I don't have to read any more stupid rob posts over the weekend. What is his problem today?
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 5:45 PM
Yeah, I just checked Dave. Not only your time, which is reasonable, but also "every adult in your household"'s time, which added to the commute is basically like a day's work for no money, once a month. Which is less reasonable -- I think. They make you work 2.5 hours a month for every adult in the house. They also check id at the door and make you sign in guests upstairs. It felt more like I was going to an private ivy league club than grocery shopping.
It's a very impressive organization, but it did scare me, as I thought it might. Do they still have the Powelton Village coop or Mariposa in Philly? Where is your house in Philly anyways?
Posted by: Heather at April 3, 2009 5:45 PM
what do you think of these? http://www.brooklyneagle.com/categories/category.php?category_id=5&id=27397
Posted by: uncledunkel at April 3, 2009 5:54 PM
BRG, It's true, I do rock, hardcore. It's a 100% totally factual statement. Those who doubt my ax skilz are b*tches. B*tches I say!
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 5:55 PM
Bxgrl frankly I think the entire site needs an enema. Everyone and everything are a bit too full of it.
You happy to be home? Did the cats revolt against you?
Posted by: TownhouseLady at April 3, 2009 5:57 PM
THL- maybe a nuclear winter is more like it. Am I wrong or is everyone weirder since last Fridays comment thread? Rob's been sniping at me all day- I'm ready to kick him.
I was thrilled to be home until I opened the door and found a lovely hairball right in the vestibule. And of course stepped in it.I swear I heard the snickering of little critters.
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:07 PM
Bxgirl, I've learned to never leave for more than 12 hours. That's when my cat takes the cue to leave presents. THL, I wanna come over and rock out too! LOL
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 6:10 PM
The three bitches are at the cat talk...perfect end to the week.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 6:13 PM
Amen.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 6:19 PM
Awww...cut me a break here!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 6:24 PM
meow, BRG- you just made it 4
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:29 PM
oops- wait. Snark makes 5
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:31 PM
Oh shit, their claws are out. Where's the lioness to pounce on me?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 6:32 PM
I can picture the Count from Sesame Street:
"Five! Five lovely b*tches!"
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 6:33 PM
Acdtually we were playing nice til you came along. What's your problem?
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:34 PM
And another OT devolves into cat talk! Welcome home bxgrl!
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 6:36 PM
You were playing with fur balls.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 6:36 PM
Ok truth be told.....I’m jealous. I want a cat!!
Meow
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 6:37 PM
We can offer several. I suggest the sneak up and push the cute little kitty in hubby's face. then he will fall instantly in love. And let you keep the adorable little thing :-)
cobble! HI! I thought you were away?
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:41 PM
I am away, far away, just checking in on my aunt's totally slow DSL. Back late Sunday.
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 6:44 PM
The b*tches of Blogwick!
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:45 PM
> "What's your problem?"
1) I'm still at work.
2) There isn't a cocktail in my hand.
But I'm about to rectify both of those very son.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 6:45 PM
> "my aunt's totally slow DSL."
Remember the days of dialup?
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 6:46 PM
While I would love to peruse the array of cats being offered. Hubby will never ever allow one (actually I want two) in this apartment. He doesn’t fall instantly in love with animals. Took him several years to fall in love with me ;-)
Okay, I’m off to the big city to work.
Have a good weekend all.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at April 3, 2009 6:47 PM
Hmmm- my problem:
1. I'm jobless
2. I have no drinkable alcohol in the house :-(
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:47 PM
This is almost THAT BAD Snark! I'm trying to figure it out for her.
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 6:48 PM
I remember those too well. waiting and waiting and waiting some more. AArrrrrgggghhhh
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:48 PM
you too BRG! We'll have to work on him :-)
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:49 PM
Hmm, I may need a little sip of something soon myself! It's a PILL.
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 6:50 PM
bxgir., I've got the same problem :(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 6:50 PM
Ooh, sorry to hear that bxgrl.
OK folks, have a nice weekend. I am outta here.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 6:51 PM
hey Snappy! Did I read that you had another interview? [Experiencing interview envy...]
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 6:51 PM
Is it true that putting vanilla extract and strawberries into a bottle of rubbing alcohol does not a liquor make? SOB!!!!
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 6:53 PM
Did the cats drink you out of house and home?!
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 6:55 PM
Yes, cobble, but it was a waste of time :( sigh.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 6:59 PM
Oh crud, so sorry to hear it. :(
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 7:01 PM
Ok, this DSL is too frustrating - I'm off to have a sip of something. Have a good weekend!
Posted by: cobblehiller at April 3, 2009 7:03 PM
I think we need a jobless commiseration lunch. We could wear depression tiaras.
No cobble, they don't drink. They just pour mine out into the sink, the little beasts. Just because I was away for a few days.
Have a good one snark!
Posted by: bxgrl at April 3, 2009 7:04 PM
Cobbles - Find the DSL modem. Turn it off, leave it off for 30 seconds, and power up again. That may do the trick.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at April 3, 2009 7:05 PM
No worries, I'll be demanding my subway fare reimbursement so it's not a total loss! LOL.
I'm off to a birthday party - gotta spiff up my dancin' shoes! Have a good weekend everybody and smooches :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at April 3, 2009 7:05 PM
Okay weekend Brownstoners, here's an interesting article for you.
http://tbm.thebigmoney.com/articles/money-trail/2009/04/03/what-if-housing-never-bounces-back?page=0,0
Posted by: the chicken at April 4, 2009 6:13 AM
Article is laughable. Lots of extraneous detail about Jackson Heights, no explanation of why prices would "never" come back up.
Posted by: mopar at April 4, 2009 3:53 PM
"Article is laughable. Lots of extraneous detail about Jackson Heights, no explanation of why prices would "never" come back up."
With or without explanation, the only reason that the view of this article could be laughable is the decade old brainwash that NYC real estate is a good investment.
Posted by: MaplewoodGuy at April 4, 2009 5:54 PM
No -- if you're going to write an article arguing that "x" could happen, then you better argue it. Doesn't matter what the subject is.
I can think of several reasons why real estate in New York might "never" come back -- all of them extremely unlikely --but this article doesn't mention one.
Posted by: mopar at April 5, 2009 10:09 AM
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