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My brush with celebrity on the weekend:
Last night I went to see my friend's new apartment in the East Village before we went for dinner and drinks. Coming out of the apartment next to him was Adrian Grenier. We got on the elevator together and my friend starts talking to him. Apparently, one of Adrian's friends lives next to my buddy. I told my buddy to befriend his neighbour asap so he can be invited to some cool parties and try to catch some of Adrian's leftovers.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 9:16 AM
Whatever happened to Grenier's green home in Brooklyn?
Posted by: BrooklynIsHome at August 31, 2009 9:18 AM
he lives in clinton hill right? i've seen him twice at habana outpost.
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 9:21 AM
No way! I LOVE him. Your friend needs to befriend him ASAP so I can meet him.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 9:23 AM
He lives on Mr. Brownstoner's block, in a house whose renovation was observed here.
Posted by: rf at August 31, 2009 9:25 AM
"Whatever happened to Grenier's green home in Brooklyn?"
I thought he lives in Fort Greene. Please read the fine print. HE does not live next to my friend. His friend lives next to my friend. He was just visiting. Looked exactly like he does on the show...big curly hair, scruff...
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 9:26 AM
Losers
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at August 31, 2009 9:28 AM
For the benefit of those folks (hint: myself) who are not tuned into pop culture, may I ask: who is Adrian Grenier?
Posted by: benson at August 31, 2009 9:28 AM
Phew...thanks Benson...I wasn't the first to ask that question! Ha! I too am no tuned into pop culture :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 9:30 AM
"For the benefit of those folks (hint: myself) who are not tuned into pop culture, may I ask: who is Adrian Grenier?"
he plays the lead role of vincent chase on the HBO series "entourage"
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 9:30 AM
Thank you benson, I'm clueless as well. [No comments DIBS. : P ]
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 9:30 AM
I don't have HBO. Has he been in anything else I might have seen?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 9:32 AM
Ah Entourage, that explains it. I cannot watch that show for some reason. I've tried.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 9:33 AM
Never seen Entourage. Don't have HBO.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at August 31, 2009 9:36 AM
"Losers
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at August 31, 2009 9:28 AM"
- This coming from a guy who is on vacation for two weeks as of today and still posted at 9:28AM? Sad sad little man...
:-)
"Ah Entourage, that explains it. I cannot watch that show for some reason. I've tried."
- I personally find the show unwatchable as well.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 9:36 AM
"This coming from a guy who is on vacation for two weeks as of today and still posted at 9:28AM?"
Smirk!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 9:39 AM
Entourage = Sex and the City for males, except it hasn't filled NYC with vapid 22 year old females.
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 9:39 AM
I find all of HBO's series unwatchable. I don't subscribe to HBO at home. When I travel I sometimes tune in to see if I'm really missing anything. My conclusion is always the same: not missing anything.
So, I see that I missed quite a week in Brownstoner country during my vacation!
Posted by: benson at August 31, 2009 9:41 AM
How was it benson? Did the weather interfere? Was that the ship you were on that was parked at Red Hook yesterday?
Yes, it was INSANE last week!! Have you visited What's blog?
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 9:44 AM
As some of you know via weekend PLUSA emailing, I did tours this weekend of Bushwick and Greenpoint.
Not too much to see in Bushwick, but I ate the Dominican breakfast at a Spanish family restaurant / diner called "El Rey Restaurant". It was at Fulton and Bushwick. One of the best diner breakfasts I've ever had. A huge plate of chunky mashed potatoes and red onions, sausage, eggs, fried cheese... It was amazing. The breakfast, along with a bottle of beer, was under $9!
Greenpoint was much better than I expected. I'm still recovering from the delicious and filling Polish food that I thought my 10 miles of walking on Sunday would burn off. It is a very interesting neighbourhood and I would highly recommend people visit it. Eclectic mix of new and old world. Lots to see there in terms of shops, restaurants, architecture, etc. A Rite Aid store that was mentioned in my book is in an old theater that used to be a roller rink and was converted to a drug store. There is a big ramp leading down to the main area of the store which still has rails around the aisles and a huge disco ball hanging from the ceiling. I think Rob would love it.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 9:45 AM
It is absolutely SATC for males, except for some reason I love it. Maybe I was a guy in another life.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 9:45 AM
I wonder if Rob's been allowed back from exile. I want to hear about his sister's party. Guess I'll look at What's blog.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 9:50 AM
What has a blog? What else did I miss? What's the url? (There's an Abbot & Costello routine in there somewhere.)
Posted by: slopefarm at August 31, 2009 9:51 AM
Dirty, how was your bday? Are you sober yet?
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 9:54 AM
Cobblehiller;
Yes, that was the ship I was on. My vacation was GREAT, despite the weather. I love cruising! It is so relaxing being at sea, cut off from phones, e-mails, etc. You can really unwind out there.
We were supposed to take off from Red Hook on the 22nd, but we had to stay in port for one night due to Hurricane Bill, and we had to skip Newport. We stayed on track for Boston, Bar Harbor, St. John's, New Brunswick and Halifax, Nova Scotia.
St.John's is a sad,haunting place. It is clearly a city that has seen better days. It's filled with lots of victorian homes, but many of them are in a state of disrepair. Halifax, on the other hand, is a booming place. We rented a car in Nova Scotia and drove to a small fishing village that looked like it came out of a Currier and IVes print. Just beautiful, and the folks are really friendly.
When I came home on Saturday, it struck me that Park Slope is the total opposite of the environment on a cruise. On a cruise ship, everyone is into eating, eating, and more eating. No one is uptight about anything! Non-organic, bountiful food - no problem!!
Posted by: benson at August 31, 2009 9:54 AM
Slopefarm: asshathill.blogspot.com
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 9:54 AM
"The breakfast, along with a bottle of beer, was under $9!"
I love that you had beer with bkfast. Sort of like a mimosa I guess . . . .
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 9:56 AM
benson, I completely agree with you regarding your assessment of Saint John and Halifax. (I believe you mean Saint John, New Brunswick. It is often confused with St. John's, Newfoundland).
While I'm happy for the people of Saint John that they now have tours coming through to boost the local economy, it is a curious (not in the six beer sense of the word) stop for a cruise ship. Really very little to see there - it's pretty much the Buffalo of Canada (although not quite as bad). You're also correct that the people are incredibly friendly - like all Canadians!
Did you go to Peggy's Cove when you were in Halifax?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 10:01 AM
Adrian Grenier is a celebrity?!?!
But okay.
Some of you are so easily amused and impressed :-)
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 10:02 AM
"I love that you had beer with bkfast. Sort of like a mimosa I guess . . . ."
beoch, where I'm from, beer is our orange juice. :-)
Actually, my "breakfast" was around noon, so it didn't seem that odd. And I had already walked a ton and needed some Canadian petrol to keep me going.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 10:07 AM
I just want to apologize for being a little grouchy last time I saw a bunch of y'all. After you left, I went to another bar and got a pint. After two sips I thought, "I'd rather be drinking this in the comfort of my own home." So I stood up, walked right out and walked home, a kind of lengthy walk, sipping as I went. I was in a weird mood that night!
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 10:09 AM
Biff, Greenpoint is indeed a wonderful area. Did you walk down Guernsey between Norman and Meserole? It's one of my favorite blocks:
http://www.scoutingny.com/?p=11
I also recommend Ashbox, the northernmost coffee shop in Brooklyn.
Posted by: Capital PLUSA at August 31, 2009 10:13 AM
Biff, I wasn't judging . . . I was applauding.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 10:13 AM
Are you talking about Saturday Jester? You didn't seem grouchy at all.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 10:17 AM
Biff;
Yeah, I was amazed that the ship would stop at St. John (thanks for the correction), but my guess is that the city is looking at them as their silver bullet for reviving the economy. They just built a new terminal, and three ships were docked there.
We did go to Peggy's Cove, but I didn't stay long. It is so over-run with tourists and tour buses. I felt sorry for the residents of the village, as it seems that the tourists outnumber them 4 to 1. We went to Hackett's Cove,instead - the picture-perfect village I described above.
Posted by: benson at August 31, 2009 10:20 AM
beoch, of course! I knew that, hence the smiley in my response.
Capital PLUSA, I don't recall walking on Guernsey. It might be the only street I DIDN'T walk on. I was on Norman and Meserole, however. Other streets I recall being on were Nassau, Bayard, Lorimer, Manhattan, Driggs, Russell, Humboldt, McGuinness, Noble, Kent, Java, Huron, India, Franklin, West. Also went through McCarren Park and McGolrick Park.
Peter Pan Bakery on Manhattan Avenue had some amazing donuts too.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 10:24 AM
benson, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Peggy's Cove is definitely very touristy. Still worth a visit, but probably nicer to go more off the beaten path like you did.
jester, I didn't notice any sign of grouchiness in you whatsoever. Not at all.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 10:28 AM
Yeah Snappy, thanks.
Biff, what a walk! Love a good walk.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 10:28 AM
Sigh. We are boring today! Where's the excitement? Where's the controversy? (I'm starting to sound like M4L pushing for a fight!)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 10:41 AM
Oh, and as an aside...I stopped at the Park Slope Chip Shop on the way home from Floyd's Saturday night (thanks for the PLUSA van ride Kens!) and picked up some chicken tenders and chips after tasting what you all had from the one in BH. IT WAS HORRIBLE!!! The PS Chip Shop needs to take a page from its sister shop in BH. The tenders were severely overcooked and the fries were literally dripping with grease. YUCKOLA :-(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 10:47 AM
Adrian Grenier also played the boyfriend in The Devil Wears Prada.
Posted by: DitmasSnark at August 31, 2009 10:47 AM
LET ME BACK IN!!!!
Posted by: Randi banned at August 31, 2009 10:47 AM
Biff,
You play any mini-golf in Bushwick? Putting Lot is hilarious and one block from Northeast Kingdom.
Posted by: slopefarm at August 31, 2009 10:48 AM
woop woop! i'm back!
Posted by: Randi banned at August 31, 2009 10:49 AM
Park Slope Chip Shop has lousy chips. It breaks my fried-food-lovin' heart.
Posted by: DitmasSnark at August 31, 2009 10:49 AM
I've seen and actually own The Devil Wears Prada, but somehow I'm blanking on the boyfriend...I'll have to pop that in this afternoon. Thanks Snark!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 10:49 AM
I didn't like the chips from BH either (too flimsy) but the PS chips were exceptionally horrible. I was shocked. It had the consistency of those garbage Oreida frozen fries that you bake in the oven in addition to a ton of oil.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 10:51 AM
I will say this though, the newspaper wrapping my food was fresh...it was that day's NYT :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 10:52 AM
Rob, if you're reading this I found something that you'll like:
http://www.theskint.com/2009/08/today-3-hours-of-free-cali-mex-food.html
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 10:52 AM
slopefarm, I love mini-golf but didn't see it on my tour. Even if I had, I doubt I would have played. It's enough I drink and do walking tours on my own. Playing mini-golf by myself would indicate a level of pathetic loserness that even I would be appalled at.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 10:53 AM
2 hours of free Colt 45.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 10:53 AM
jester - kind of relieved to hear you say that. was looking forward to meeting you as i thought we'd hit it off. hopefully next time we can chat. :)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 10:55 AM
> I'm blanking on the boyfriend...
If memory serves, he's rather forgettable in TDWP.
Posted by: DitmasSnark at August 31, 2009 10:59 AM
ps. didn't mean anything wrong on your part, we just had a kind of weird exchange... ignore me. i'm being weird as usual.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 11:00 AM
"I'm blanking on the boyfriend..."
Sounds like something Gene Rayburn would say on Match Game.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 11:02 AM
Oh, heavens...I just googled him and saw his pic. I don't remember him being in Prada. I think the only reason he looks sort of familiar to me is that he looks like the guy Whitney dated on The City (The Hills spinoff). Sad that that's my frame of reference!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 11:03 AM
^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Or Bob Eubanks on The Newlywed Game
(Apologies to everyone under 35 for these references)
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 11:03 AM
I love Entourage. Now back to plucking numbers.
Posted by: Kensingtonian at August 31, 2009 11:06 AM
Kens, that's "plugging" right? unless you had something weird in mind
Posted by: more4less at August 31, 2009 11:07 AM
None of you people saw Drive Me Crazy starring Melissa Joan Hart and Adrien Grenier, both of whom also appeared in the eponymous Britney Spears Video?
holla, I got to use eponymous in a real sentence.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 11:10 AM
Where is there mini golf in Brooklyn?
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 11:11 AM
My experience with Melissa Joan Hart pretty much ended when 'Clarissa Explains It All' went off the air many moons ago!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 11:11 AM
Biff,
Head back to Bushwick with the Champettes before Putting Lot closes. They will love it. Putting lot is like the Dr. Seuss version of mini golf, with a sustainable design twist. Wyckoff Ave just off Flushing Ave (Jefferson St. stop on the L).
Posted by: slopefarm at August 31, 2009 11:13 AM
Thanks slopefarm. We've done mini-putt before. In fact, the last time was on Governor's Island during the arts festival when they had a fascinating course created by designers and inventors. I had no idea there was a mini-putt in Bushwick. As an aside, Brooklyn Heights got a mini-putz when I moved there.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 11:19 AM
i left my heart in bushwick
CGU, next time...gracias.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 11:19 AM
OMG, is everyone "working diligently" hence the low post count?
Posted by: more4less at August 31, 2009 11:19 AM
M4L. I was trying to be funny. nevermind.
Posted by: Kensingtonian at August 31, 2009 11:20 AM
tonight is my audition for "so who wants to be a millionaire". throw your pop culture questions at me! i don't watch the show, so i'm kinda not sure what to expect. alls i know is that i didn't win the megamillions lottery. :(
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 11:27 AM
Exhausting, frustrating weekend. Mr. Cypress Hill came over to help me paint my apartment. We had to move major furniture and about 89 gazillion books. Finally, Sunday afternoon, covered with Benjamin Moore Aura and sweat, we finished (except for moving back the 89 gazillion books).
I went into the bathroom to wash my hands, glanced up at the ceiling and saw...a giant bubble in the ceiling over the bathtub in the EXACT spot that I had repaired just three weeks ago.
The asshole upstairs has a leak. This is the third time it has damaged my bathroom, the third time he has "fixed" his leak, the third time I will have to endure several days of construction disruption.
The asshole upstairs, I just found out, has STILL not paid my workman for the damage repair of last month. I want to kill him. Or somebody.
Posted by: WonTon at August 31, 2009 11:29 AM
Meanwhile, Biff, isn't anyone going to catch me up? Are rob, what and randi really banned? What happened that was different from the last year or so to cause that? Any other major PLUSA news? Any gatherings planned? Did Mopar close without a hitch? Anyone get/lose a job?
Posted by: slopefarm at August 31, 2009 11:30 AM
Wonton, maybe moving option should be revisited.
Posted by: more4less at August 31, 2009 11:32 AM
Pickled
Liver,
Understatement!
Say
All.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 11:33 AM
yeah why did Rob get banned? I've been remiss about my b'stoner participation lately, can't keep up. work gets in the way...
SHO is better than HBO :)
Let's go to Der Schwarze Kölner this week!
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 11:34 AM
CG - How did you get the audition? I tried out for Jeopardy once & got to the final cut - would love to try out for Millionaire. (Don't have a working t.v. now so haven't seen the new iteration.)
Does anyone have Rob's phone or email? If Ran's back on, maybe he is too.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 11:37 AM
abc website has a link to sign up to audition for the show. good luck! :)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 11:40 AM
Thanks CG. Good luck to you!
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 11:44 AM
btw, i am in love with red hook lately. anyone ever been to home/made? between that and baked and all these other great places, i am hoping that they get that trolley happening!
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 11:50 AM
Spotted Rob on Curbed. He's in the Schnabel thread and AM links....
Posted by: jessibaby at August 31, 2009 11:56 AM
Back from France. Unfortunately left my camera at my hotel in Paris Saturday night so my real estate porn thread will have to wait a few days for Fed Ex to work their magic.
On another front, traveling long distances with big time changes with two small children for a week is a foolish endeavor.
Posted by: wasder at August 31, 2009 11:56 AM
CG_ups, Red Hook rocks. I love the Hope & Anchor for breakfast. Try Ft. Defiance just down the street for cocktails, very cool new place. Also Good Fork is amazing for dinner. I wish I lived there sometimes... I'm always there... And Jalopy is really great for when you want to get some bluegrass on.
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 11:58 AM
"Let's go to Der Schwarze Kölner this week!"
Truer words never spoken. Biff, can you organize a little something for later this week?
Posted by: wasder at August 31, 2009 12:05 PM
I can't believe there's another "bitter" on here! There's room for everyone...
CG - I finally saw the YELL-OH building. You should have said, ugly brick apartment building on the corner of Henry & Remsen. It's truly ugly.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 12:34 PM
i need a cocktail like woah
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 12:37 PM
Yes, retort. There's enough bitter for everyone.
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 12:43 PM
I like Entourage. Do people in LA really talk so politically incorrectly at the office?
Turtle's Affair with the beautiful actress that played Dawn Soprano is the most unlikely part of the story and yet they are actually an item in real life.
Vince's new Israeli security detail is pretty hillarious.
It's an unusual show for TV. The men are not pushovers or wimps. They break women's hearts and are not run over by a bus at the end of the program.
Posted by: Minard Lafever at August 31, 2009 12:44 PM
Thanks, Renter Girl.
I got to Floyd's around 8:45 on Saturday, did I just miss you guys or were u long gone by then?
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 12:46 PM
All my PLUSAs with plumbing knowledge...get thee to the forum and help me out! Thanks :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 12:47 PM
Bitter...I think Kens and I left right around 8:45...Jessi and Biffy left like 5 minutes before we did.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 12:48 PM
Snappy, what kind of plumbing? ; )
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 12:50 PM
Ha! Not *that* kinda plumbing! ROFL :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 12:51 PM
I was last to leave, I had another one and then did evil. Man, what a night.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 12:57 PM
i know right, that yellow building was so fugly i didn't even want to rent there! who wants to go home and throw up on the sidewalk every night. blech!!!
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 12:58 PM
plumbing knowledge = sausagefest
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 1:03 PM
The Jackal is busting skulls in the Don Quixote thread...
Posted by: jessibaby at August 31, 2009 1:05 PM
Jester, you may have still been in there when I walked in! You might have kept me from drinking all that Schlitz.
CG, that's hysterical! I can't think of anyone who wants to go home and throw up on the sidewalk every night.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:06 PM
I would like to copy the following quote of mine from the "Judicial Don Quixote" thread. I share it with you because it is just so right.
"Your inability to understand Goldman Sachs does not make them evil. It makes you stupid."
That is all. Have a good one.
Posted by: lechacal at August 31, 2009 1:07 PM
"Biff, can you organize a little something for later this week?"
sorry wasder, I only do the giant shebangs organized a month in advance or the ultra last minute ones that leave everyone wondering how they missed it. Welcome back!
"Jessi and Biffy left like 5 minutes before we did."
Strange, usually the real party starts after I leave. I guess the loss of Jessi was too much. She dropped me at Key Foods on Montague where I picked up a giant bag of cheddar cheese flavoured kettle corn that I finished almost in one pathetic sitting while watching TV.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:07 PM
"CG, that's hysterical! I can't think of anyone who wants to go home and throw up on the sidewalk every night."
That's pretty much described my state for the last 6 weeks with Mrs. C and the Champettes away. Although the vomitting would have been alcohol-induced and not architecture-induced.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:09 PM
Oh, Biff, Bulimia is so '87.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:11 PM
hey married guys - i have a friend who doesn't make very much money and is looking to buy an engagement ring. he picked out this hideous fake diamond monstrosity on the web for about $6K. i feel like he can buy a classic simple smallish real diamond for that much money, no? any suggestions?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:13 PM
Bitter Retort: Heather's quote. Sweet.
Posted by: jessibaby at August 31, 2009 1:13 PM
bitter, i was in the back, definitely we were both there - ha! Next time.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 1:14 PM
CG_ups, Nooooooo! No small diamonds; no fake diamonds. Tell him to just get an awesome ring that's not trying to be something that it isn't....
Posted by: jessibaby at August 31, 2009 1:15 PM
6k for cz??? Holy crapsticks! That seems outrageous.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:15 PM
by small diamond, i meant 1 karat rather than a 2+ karat planetoid. she has small hands, tiny fingers, i figure it'll look nice, be real, and be classic rather than some kind of donald trumpian type hot mess. $6k can do it, no? am i out of touch on ring prices?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:17 PM
I'd rather get a simple platinum or white gold band along with the sweetest proposal ever than to get a fake diamond. Tell him to nix that idea and keep shopping. Maybe try places like Zales or Macy's for lower cost ideas?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:18 PM
You can certainly get a small diamond for that but why not get a pretty antique colored stone & do a diamond after they've bought the house & paid for kids' college? All the 20 & 30 somethings I know really regretted having spent so much on a glam stone when the realities of marital bliss settled in.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 1:19 PM
Biff...about this Adrian Grenier thing - when you passed him on the stairs did he look you dead in the eyes and say, "It's just like I'm looking in the mirror."?
; )
and $6k is nutso for a fake ring.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:20 PM
macy's ring idea for your friend
http://tinyurl.com/naas5f
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:20 PM
Make that, "Almost all the 20..."
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 1:21 PM
Here's a whole page of engagement rings at macy's...some above and some below his price range...so he can get an idea.
http://tinyurl.com/m766f3
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:21 PM
"Oh, Biff, Bulimia is so '87."
I am not familiar with Bulimia. However, battling weight issues at the time, I did suffer from Anorexia Ponderosa.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:23 PM
thanks ladies! i appreciate the ideas. really. because THIS LINK is the ring he is considering:
http://www.badler.com/10101.htm
i wanted to hork.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:23 PM
Disney is buying Marvel Comics for $4 BILLION.
Posted by: East New York at August 31, 2009 1:23 PM
A woman with a small engagement ring gains favor in the eyes of the world. "She can't be a b*tch" says every stranger's glance.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 1:24 PM
And here is one from Zales:
http://tinyurl.com/m8v35m
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:24 PM
CG ups - Why not tell them to wait until after you've won Millionaire & it'll be your treat!
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 1:24 PM
"THIS LINK is the ring he is considering"
JESUS LORD NOOOOOOOOOOO!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:25 PM
"Biff...about this Adrian Grenier thing - when you passed him on the stairs did he look you dead in the eyes and say, "It's just like I'm looking in the mirror."?"
1) Reading Comprehension 101 people - it was in the elevator!
2) No, but that did happen one time when I ran into Quasimodo at Disney World.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:26 PM
DEFINTELY do not let your friend spend $6K on a fake diamond. This place in the diamond district is very reliable/honest and has good prices and quality. www.zolands.com Your friend should go in with a budget and let them show him what he can get for that amt.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 1:27 PM
thanks snappy. some of those are quite nice! and the same price. thank goodness the poor soul asked me for advice before purchasing that horrifying thing. oy!
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:27 PM
i wanted to hork.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:23 PM
CG, Indeed, that is the Yell-oh building of engagement rings.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:27 PM
CG...my landlord is a diamond dealer. I don't know for sure if he sells rings or just does wholesale diamond sales, but if your friend is interested, I can ask.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:29 PM
Oh good god, NOOOO [horking].
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 1:29 PM
what a relief. i gently told him that he might want to go with something simpler but i still felt terribly guilty about it. but no woman should have to suffer that ring. thanks for the diamond district suggestion, that is great! :)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:29 PM
Biff, it was in the elevator...then you are both lazy.
And here's another diamond resource - http://www.bluenile.com/engagement-rings/?rf=pd
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:30 PM
"but no woman should have to suffer that ring"
And the ladies of the OT say 'AMEN!'
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:31 PM
[virtually covering ears of all [straight] male PLUSAs and lurkers]
Sometimes I really feel sorry for [straight] guys. All this pressure to get engaged, and they really are clueless. It is sad and sweet at the same time.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 1:32 PM
you PLUSAs are champs. it's been like 2 weeks straight of binge drinking fo ru guys
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 1:33 PM
Oh barf! I may lose my lunch, please no big gaudy thing, pretty please.
"And the ladies of the OT say 'AMEN!'"
Amen!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 1:34 PM
I'd never even *heard* of horking before & now I've just done it looking at that ring!
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 1:34 PM
"you PLUSAs are champs. it's been like 2 weeks straight of binge drinking fo ru guys"
Pot calling Kettle black.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 1:35 PM
"I'd never even *heard* of horking before & now I've just done it looking at that ring!"
Totally. I think the word may have been invented for this ring.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 1:36 PM
I think it should be a rule that men buying engagement rings should have to ask the advice of at least two women before making their final selection and purchasing it. So many women could be saved the horror of ugly finger adornments if such a rule were enacted. That damned thing looks like a multi-colored turd :-(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:37 PM
:-P beoch
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 1:37 PM
I think we all horked a little bit at the sight of that sucker!!!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:37 PM
Where is THL? I'll bet she knows some good jewelry sources...just based on her website, I'm willing to say that the woman is fashionable to a fault!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:39 PM
What's "horking"?
Is it porking when you're horny?
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 1:39 PM
Bitter Renter...if he buys that ring I bet he won't be doing any 'porking' for a long time! LOL
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:42 PM
Can we talk about me for a minute? I think I just blew a phone interview big time.
CRAP!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 1:45 PM
that ring aint no classic timeless beauty but is it really fugly as posts indicate? - says the straight married PLUSA Guy
Posted by: more4less at August 31, 2009 1:46 PM
horking is what i call barfing. and spinnies are revolving doors or turnstiles! learning. servicey!
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:47 PM
oh more4less. sigh. thank goodness you already locked down the missus.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:47 PM
cobblehiller - maybe it went better than you thought? when will you know for sure? have anyone at the company from whom you can get some feedback?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:48 PM
"please no big gaudy thing, pretty please."
Is this gaudy?
http://elitechoice.org/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/diamond-ring.jpg
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:48 PM
Or is this gaudy/Gotti?
http://www.misguidedmommy.com/uploads/gotti35qr.png
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:49 PM
Cobble...what happened? We PLUSA ladies need to have a ...um....what's the opposite of a sausagefest???
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:50 PM
Biff, I actually gasped when I opened that link!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:51 PM
taco party
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:51 PM
oh geebs, i actually hope that my last comment didn't make it through the censor.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 1:52 PM
Biff, gaudy/Gotti - the two on the right look like troll dolls who got caught in a wind tunnel.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:53 PM
Snappy - An eggs-altation.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 1:53 PM
"maybe it went better than you thought?"
No. I think it was mainly a courtesy call because of how my resume landed on this guy's desk. But at the end he asked to tell him about myself, and i FLAILED. prefectly FLAILED. I was so not ready for that. We'd been on the phone for half an hour. I FROZE. Oh dear g*d, i may throw up.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 1:55 PM
Hey, where's bxgrl today? Someone in the Bronx won the megamillions...is she halfway to Fiji?
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:56 PM
I heard one of the Gottis bumped his head on a door and broke his hair over the weekend.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:56 PM
"what's the opposite of a sausagefest???"
[We've been over this...] CLAMBAKE!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 1:56 PM
Cobble - I'd follow up quickly w/ an email saying thanks for the interview & close w/ something like:
I look forward to hearing from & possibly working w/ you soon.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 1:57 PM
CLAMBAKE! That's great!
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 1:58 PM
I like all three names suggested! LOL! So, ladies...where and when are we going?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 1:58 PM
"oh geebs, i actually hope that my last comment didn't make it through the censor."
Don't worry, CG_ups. In responding to Snappy's question, I had a feeling nobody was going to pussyfoot around.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 1:58 PM
Opposite of sausagefest.
Clam Bake
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 1:59 PM
Is hen party too sexist? :)
Cobble, I'm sure it's not as bad as you think. I remember when I first started interviewing as a lawyer and would come home in tears like "jeesh I effed that up big time!" and would wind up with a job offer and them saying they were extremely impressed with me during the interview. I'm crossing my fingers for you :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:00 PM
Arkady, I wrote notes to the chain that forwarded my resume [Four people]. You're right, I'll send him a nice cheerful email, too. That's good, something positive that I can do.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 2:02 PM
CHiller, crossing here, too. Unless u were horking over that photo while on the phone I'm sure it was nowhere near as bad as you think.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 2:02 PM
Boobie Blowout? LOL
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:03 PM
Ovulation orgy? J/K...I don't even know what that is!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:04 PM
I wouldn't mind crashing this clam bake:
http://losangeles.metromix.com/content_image/full/838516/560/370
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:04 PM
Virginia Gotti, mom to the lovely youths pictured above (or are they youts?) had an exhibit of her paintings at the Hope & Anchor last year. They were weirdly good in a way that was difficult to put your finger on... the subject matter: anatomically awkward, ultra skinny women, posing next to out-of-perspective objects (chaise lounges, pools, etc) amid what I imagined were unmistakably Gotti-like surroundings. The fact that they were still somehow DECENT PAINTINGS was an especially tough nut to swallow.
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 2:05 PM
Snaps - I don't qualify for that.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 2:06 PM
"The fact that they were still somehow DECENT PAINTINGS was an especially tough nut to swallow."
What nuts aren't tough to swallow?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:07 PM
Biff, I'll crash that clambake too...after they each gain about 50lbs :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:07 PM
Ok then ...we can call it PLUSA Girls Gone Wild!!! :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:08 PM
Snappy, I think that was more like a 'Nam Bake.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:09 PM
"we can call it PLUSA Girls Gone Wild!!! :)"
AKA jessibaby at karoake night.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:10 PM
"karaoke", that is
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:11 PM
Ha!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:11 PM
Biff, watch your mouth - I still have the bat!
Posted by: jessibaby at August 31, 2009 2:14 PM
"Biff, watch your mouth - I still have the bat!"
If you recall, it was not my mouth you were whacking with the bat!
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:18 PM
biff: eeeew!
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 2:19 PM
We seriously do need a PLUSA Girls Gone Wild event. Is there anyplace that has a nice outdoor space to accomodate us, near public transportation, and serves not just beer? Who will be taking the reigns on this? Someone step up!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:20 PM
CG_ups, I went safe route on ring for the Mrs - went classic / simple route. I wasn't endorsing that ring for your friend but rather was questioning if it's that fugly.
anyhow, another option for ring shopping is the chinese dealers on Canal St and the Chinese & Jewish dealers on Bowery St - btw, the Bowery area was the original diamond district b4 they moved it midtown. Of memory, I bought my ring at the one of the jewish dealers on Bowery (near Hester St) cause it was ~10-12% cheaper than the diamond district dealers were quoting me. I even played the politically correct approach via buying rock from Canadien mines (rock has a laser edged bear logo in the diamond to designate this) vs. the conflict diamonds from Africa. Maybe your friend can go with that too to score some brownie pts
Posted by: more4less at August 31, 2009 2:20 PM
Drat!! Too late with my clam bake.
Okay, I'll shut my clam and think of something else to insert here. And it won't be Snappy.
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 2:21 PM
how about PLUSA ladies meet-up at Robin Du Bois on Smith street? The back garden is super amazing. It's right down the street from the F train.
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 2:22 PM
Thank you bitter!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 2:23 PM
LOVE Robin du Bois, great garden. [Must go early or the place fills up!]
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 2:24 PM
hmmm. convenient to transportation would be brooklyn heights or fort greene? those are both out of my usual baliwick, but i can suggest a couple of fun inexpensive outdoor seating places in CG/CH! Close to the F AND the G! :)
Abilene - very good, mellow, sidewalk seating
Zombie Hut - don't be scared off by the name, the garden out back is surprisingly pleasant
Or for indoor fun-ness:
Brooklyn Social or Brooklyn Inn - cos they have brooklyn in their name and they are good places
Prime Meats (sort of like Clover Club but less crowded)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 2:25 PM
Attention ladies of Brownstoner:
Can we have one more co-ed gathering this week and you can move the PLUSA Clambake to next week when the Champion clan is all home and I'll be back in hibernation for awhile?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:26 PM
I don't know ladies should we really allow the boys into our club house? Advance disclaimer: that was not in ANY WAY meant euphemistically.
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 2:28 PM
Biff, are you suggesting that we take strides to situate our girls' event around the convenience of a man???? HOW DARE YOU!
j/k :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:29 PM
F train is hard for me.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 2:30 PM
The sausagefest was actually announced here as a regular gathering and it wasn't expected to be all guys. Who knew female PLUSAs would all have a problem venturing to Williamsburg??!??
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:31 PM
all the places that i suggested above are co-ed :)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 2:31 PM
Is Pacifico still open?
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 2:32 PM
arkady, that sounded dirty..
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 2:33 PM
pacifico turned into this very weird thing. it's sort of like a foodcourt, they combined the two/three buildings and made them into a bbq place and some other stuff.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 2:34 PM
We seriously do need a PLUSA Girls Gone Wild event.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:20 PM
Did I hear a wet t-shirt contest? I'll be buying beer in that case. :o).
Posted by: Kensingtonian at August 31, 2009 2:35 PM
don't forget about the brooklyn inn either. always a good time there.
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 2:36 PM
Kens...no wet t-shirt contests!!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:37 PM
yeah - the female plusas were not happy about the williamsburg location - hence the de facto sausage fest that ensued.
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 2:38 PM
CG_Ups, you can buy a really nice REAL ring for $2,000 in any style, such as new Tiffany style, new fashion-y artsy style, or vintage Deco or Victorian.
Slopefarm, the closing went off without a hitch. The sellers were unbelievably nice and they not only fixed all the plumbing they said they would, but they even fixed peeling plaster and paint they didn't need to, and left us an eight-foot ladder. They have fantastic taste -- the pumpkin paint in the dining room goes perfectly with the house. We are thrilled.
Biff, you went to Bushwick and didn't see anything? Ask me next time!
Posted by: mopar at August 31, 2009 2:38 PM
Glad to hear all went well Mopar!
DH, I totally would have gone to WillyB had my foot not been acting a fool :(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:40 PM
Maybe we ladies should try that outdoor space where Denton had dinner that night...what was it? Something on 4th ave that looks out onto the Manhattan skyline.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 2:42 PM
"Are rob, what and randi really banned? What happened that was different from the last year or so to cause that? Any other major PLUSA news? Any gatherings planned? Did Mopar close without a hitch?"
See the Carlton Mews thread on Friday. I believe Mopar closed, don't know about hitches.
I guess I'm the only one who finds the idea of buying jewelry on line, especially an engagement ring, to be strange. 6k for a FAKE diamond, that's plain dumb.
"On a cruise ship, everyone is into eating, eating, and more eating. No one is uptight about anything! Non-organic, bountiful food - no problem!!"
Yeah but Benson, did you see how much many of them weighed? On the one cruise we have taken so far we tried to enjoy the food, but we also speed-walked two miles every morning. We ended up around the same weight as when we got on.
Posted by: denton at August 31, 2009 2:42 PM
I wanted to go to Wburg but had a prior commitment (social, not institutional.)
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 2:43 PM
"Biff, you went to Bushwick and didn't see anything?"
mopar, I did see some things and Bushwick does have an amazing history, but I just didn't find it as interesting as some of the other neighbourhoods and destinations that I've toured such as Crown Heights, GreenWood Cemetery, Sheepshead Bay, BedStuy, Greenpoint, Park Slope, Victorian Flatbush, all of which are so unique in their own way. Bushwick was fine, but just didn't have that WOW factor for me.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:46 PM
the guy who is buying the ring has been stationed in iraq for the past 14 months, which is why he's buying the ring online. i know he can get a better ring for $6K, which was why i was asking for suggestions. i don't really buy jewelry but i figured some people on the board could help. which they did.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 2:47 PM
Oh, I really liked touring Prospect Lefferts Gardens and Fort Greene too.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 2:54 PM
FAN OF PITBULL ROB
Just got back to USA to discover Rob's been "banned."
That's too bad. His stream-of-conscious musings -- good and bad -- often offered interesting insight into a New York personality.
And what happened to the What? Is this the same country I left only a few weeks ago?
Nostalgic on Park Avenue
Posted by: NOP at August 31, 2009 2:55 PM
My "local", Total Wine Bar on 5th Ave in PS, doesn't have an outdoor space, but it is a short walk from all the trains that stop at Atlantic Avenue--2,3,4, Q R N D. It might be a good spot for a PLUSA clambake.
Posted by: WonTon at August 31, 2009 3:21 PM
do we have a date set for said clambake?
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 3:25 PM
CG ups : re engagement rings - it might be a weird online source, but i noticed that they sell them on overstock.com - where they list the clarity and all that. may be worth checking out. and congrats to your friend!
Posted by: bodhi_brooklyn at August 31, 2009 3:28 PM
thanks bodhi and everyone else for your great suggestions! snappy - may i suggest that you look into becoming a personal shopper for the geographically challenged? :)
how about wednesday for clambake with side of bratwurst (biff?)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 3:30 PM
"how about wednesday for clambake with side of bratwurst (biff?)"
I've been called the worst brat, but never the bratwurst!
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 3:32 PM
"Yeah but Benson, did you see how much many of them weighed?"
Denton;
Indeed, but that goes to my point about a cruise ship being 180 degrees out of phase with the PS vibe. Folks on a cruise ship eat alot, they enjoy it, and don't mind the weight!
I tried to be good, but I think I put on a couple of pounds.
Posted by: benson at August 31, 2009 3:33 PM
Drat! brighton and i are tied up on Wed! I know...we're already conjoined.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 3:35 PM
How about tomorrow night, or is that too short notice?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 3:37 PM
"How about tomorrow night, or is that too short notice?"
Or not short notice enough. How about NOW. I need a drink very badly.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 3:40 PM
Wed or Thurs is best.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 3:41 PM
Where at tomorrow? Depending on location, I just may pop out again :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:42 PM
you guys are nuts someone wanna mosey on down here and help unbury me from this work?
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 3:42 PM
wtf. i think i burned my tongue. ouch.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 3:42 PM
"Or not short notice enough. How about NOW. I need a drink very badly."
That's what I'm talking about!! Margaritas at Mezcal's at 6:30?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 3:42 PM
So can any titted person show up to this anti-sausagefest? Cause right now I'm really anti sausage!
Or do I need an embroidered invitation?
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 3:43 PM
i could do most nights if its in bo/co/ca. otherwise depends on the location.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 3:44 PM
Which Mezcal? Like the W, there are several!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:45 PM
"help unbury me from this work?"
Happily, can I have your paycheck, too?
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 3:46 PM
"So can any titted person show up to this anti-sausagefest?"
LOL! Absolutely! :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:46 PM
everyone's welcome bitter renter, even the sausages, right?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 3:46 PM
Yeah, Dirty..and how about a few pairs of size 37.5 shooz?
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 3:47 PM
Hey, what are the chances of getting Mr. B to spring for drinks for all of us for running up the OT count on Thursday? :-)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:47 PM
"Which Mezcal? Like the W, there are several!"
The one on Atlantic, of course. I only suggest places within stumble distance of my barfalicious BH brownstone.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 3:47 PM
"Or do I need an embroidered invitation?"
Bitter, come on along! We're not anti-sausage, per se, just excluding them this time.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 3:47 PM
Sausage and bun fest? :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:48 PM
"I only suggest places within stumble distance of my barfalicious BH brownstone."
Which I love because they are usually stumbling distance from my not so barf-y apt.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 3:48 PM
Does that Mezcal have outdoor space, Biff? The second on in the Slope does (The one on 5th near 7th or 8th st.)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:49 PM
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125167370814970773.html
i'm part of a trend! even the f*cking it up part. i cut my bangs on saturday and they look like ass! woot!
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 3:49 PM
Where is bxgirl? She is in charge of all things pretty...she can embroider invitations for us :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:49 PM
"and how about a few pairs of size 37.5 shooz?"
What she said . . . don't forget there are 2 of us.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 3:50 PM
CG you crack me up :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:50 PM
"everyone's welcome bitter renter, even the sausages, right?"
- sausages have t*ts too; just not as big as some of the non-sausages (although I'm developing quite the rack after gaining weight thanks to my new diet of PBR and pierogies)
"Bitter, come on along! We're not anti-sausage, per se, just excluding them this time."
- wait, so sausages ARE excluded?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 3:51 PM
CG...just don't go usin' the Flobee! LOL
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:51 PM
:o)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 3:51 PM
CG, I'm sure it looks very Audrey Hepburn. Just wear your black clamdiggers (very apropos) and ballerina flats!
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 3:53 PM
=:oD
#:oD
@:oD
hmmm, poll, which do my bangs most resemble above?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 3:53 PM
"What she said . . . don't forget there are 2 of us."
But only three feet and thus three shoes in total required, right, my Siamese Sirens?
I think we're mixing up festivities. I was suggesting Mezcal's for an impromptu margarita tonight. Not trying to take over planning of the 'Bake
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 3:54 PM
PLUSA meet up: 4th ave pub is great and has a nice garden. And they have the BEST sangria EVER. Very proximate to Pacific/Atlantic hub.
There's only 1 Mexcals worth patronizing and that's the one on the corner of President and 5th. Burrito Tintan with chorizo... yum! Now that's some sausage I can sink my teeth into :)
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 3:54 PM
CG, I vote for the first one.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:54 PM
very fancy - u ladies know your EURO size
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 3:55 PM
What 4th ave pub Herki?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 3:58 PM
Two or 3 get-togethers are being discussed, right? A real 'Stoner one soon-ish, a possible sundowner this evening & a Clambake at a still-to-be-determined time & place. (And maybe a 4th event Weds or Thurs of this week?)
Signed,
Confused in PS.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 3:58 PM
Arkady...I'm confuzzed too!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:00 PM
der schwarze koelner?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:01 PM
I realized by saying "titted person" I included some hefty sausages.
Sorry ladies.
So when do we roast the sausages on an open fire?
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 4:01 PM
Wait...so let's go by order of the date. Who is going to the margarita mash-up this evening?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:01 PM
Oh...speaking of roasting sausages...who here has a membership to costco? My friend in Jersey had some costco chicken sausages that her husband grilled up. YUM! I NEED TO GET MY HANDS ON A PACKAGE!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:03 PM
Ok, may I suggest:
1) Margarita sundowner tonight
2) Open PLUSAfest this Thursday (location TBD)
3) Clambake next week
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:03 PM
i'm out for tonight but possible for tue or wed.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:03 PM
Why, it's the pub on 4th Ave of course Snappy! I love that joke. I'm like "let's go to the 4th ave pub!" and people are like, "where is it?" and I'm like "4th Ave silly!". It NEVER gets old. It's between Bergen and St Marks. Did the sangria catch your eye, eh snappy?? You won't be disappointed, truusssst meeee!
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 4:04 PM
I thought margarita mash up was tomorrow for the ladies.
BIFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 4:05 PM
"I NEED TO GET MY HANDS ON A PACKAGE!"
That's what she said.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:06 PM
snappy, freshdirect has chicken apple sausages that are AWESOME. seriously. i serve them on skewers with roasted potatoes as hors d'oevres and they are always a huge hit! :)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:06 PM
Holy..so many events!
A bitter Girl's calender is filling up!
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 4:06 PM
Snaps - Compromising your integrity for sausage,eh? I'm a member - I'll get some next time I go.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 4:07 PM
Wait a second here! Ignore the men for a moment! Ladies...are we doing our clambake this week or next? Any preferences?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:07 PM
"I thought margarita mash up was tomorrow for the ladies."
I don't mind if the margarita mash up is tomorrow, but can we please move the 'bake to next week?
How about:
1) Margarita mashup / PLUSAPALOOZA tomorrow night
2) Clambake next week
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:07 PM
Hmmmmm...CG...that sounds yummy...I'll be by for dinner. Just be on the lookout for the limping PLUSA wearing a bib and holding a fork and knife :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:08 PM
I am so damned confused about the plans that are being made !!!
I wish I was back on the cruise ship right now. They make a martini called a "London Lemondae" that is just so great!!! Tastes just like lemonade, but packs a punch.
Posted by: benson at August 31, 2009 4:10 PM
1) Margarita mashup / PLUSAPALOOZA tomorrow night
2) Clambake next week
Better, Yes, will attend!!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 4:10 PM
"But only three feet and thus three shoes in total required, right, my Siamese Sirens?"
Actually 4 feet. We are joined at the knees, as you may recall.
"very fancy - u ladies know your EURO size"
Dirty, you've met us. You KNOW we are fancy.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 4:11 PM
i'm out for tonight - high stakes fantasy football draft!!
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 4:12 PM
i'll definitely let you know the next time i make the chicken apple sausage potato delight. :)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:12 PM
If the margarita mashup is going to double as the full on sausage and bun plusapalooza, then can we do it at the Mezcal that Herki mentioned? Or is that too hard for everyone?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:12 PM
i have a freezer full of frozen green beans. i don't know what the hell i was thinking. it's like 7-8 bags worth. recipes anyone?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:13 PM
So it's officially confirmed that there will be margarita madness tomorrow night and a clambake next week.
Should we go with one of herk's suggestions for tomorrow?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:14 PM
That's a lot of beans. Try allrecipes.com
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:14 PM
ok bitter and snappy- I just got back. Yes, I spent the day curled in fetal position on he bathroom floor weeping over the fact that some other Bronx person won (SOB!!) But thanks- I'm better now. Can I substitute a magic marker for embroidery- I'm too disheartened over losing megamillions and my weeping will make the dye run in the floss. :*(
Posted by: bxgrl at August 31, 2009 4:15 PM
The 4th ave pub ....is there outdoor space? Serve more than beer for our non beer drinking PLUSAs?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:15 PM
I'm like CG_ups' freezer...full of beans.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:16 PM
i don't have to cook all 8 bags at one! :)
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:17 PM
Bxgirl, when I first heard that one of the two winning tickets were sold in NYC I about danced the jig on my bad foot. Then 1010 Wins announced that it was sold in the BX. Oh, how my little heart sank :(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:18 PM
this lady is so cool! clam power!
http://tinyurl.com/n5gyth
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:22 PM
Both of herk's suggestions are grand. So glad tomorrow is the one time I'm not working late!
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 4:22 PM
"i'm out for tonight - high stakes fantasy football draft!!"
Two words, DH: Leon Washington.
Posted by: East New York at August 31, 2009 4:23 PM
yup the 4th ave pub has a garden in the back. They have a full bar and a very nice selection of beer on tap AND free popcorn to nosh on. I'm a little lost of events/places/preferences... just sort of tossing out suggestions willy-nilly, apologies... But, if margaritas are happening tomorrow then the 5th ave Mezcals has outdoor seating and the weather is supposed to be nice too. I had a margaritas yesterday at Pequena in Ft Greene. Also a top notch choice for the frozen variety.
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 4:23 PM
bxgrl, what a bummer! I was sure you'd won. Damn b!tches!
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 4:24 PM
Sorry guys- can't make it. have a meeting :(
Next week is ok though except for Tuesday
Posted by: bxgrl at August 31, 2009 4:24 PM
Ha! She yanked him up by the ear! My mother always threatened that (but thankfully never followed through!) :) Awesome.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:25 PM
Hmmm...an outdoor garden could sway me in that direction. That and it's an easy bus ride :) I vote for the pub. Anyone else?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:26 PM
"Two words, DH: Leon Washington"
What round would be good value?
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 4:28 PM
4th Ave Pub works for me.
Where's CGar? Not like him to miss a whole day; vacation or not. I hope his visitors didn't drive him to do something crazy over the weekend!
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:30 PM
Hey, anyone know source where I could find consumer spending and consumer confidence number from this year to prior year. I am freakin' trying to find crap that doesn't include the cash for clunkers numbers that are pushing all the numbers out of wack. Too bad DIBS is on vaca. Anyone else can help?
Posted by: Kensingtonian at August 31, 2009 4:30 PM
4:30 and not even 300 posts. You people are pathetic.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at August 31, 2009 4:32 PM
consumer confidence is online, you can google u michigan consumer confidence or abc consumer confidence. otherwise, you can also look it up on bloomberg, but internet is probably easier.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:33 PM
Not sure where you can find the breakout, Kens.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at August 31, 2009 4:33 PM
Kens...pull your pony up to the What's website...I'm sure he'd be more than happy to help you find some numbers :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:34 PM
there may be some tables on the fed data section federalreserve.gov
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:34 PM
Dave, without you, our self-proclaimed (or was the What endorsed) Alpha Retard, what do you expect of us :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:35 PM
bitter- I know! How dare some other Bronx person win??!!
Posted by: bxgrl at August 31, 2009 4:35 PM
"Kens...pull your pony up to the What's website..."
I just looked at "http://asshathill.blogspot.com/" and there's an ad for free Trojan condoms. Is that some sorto of subliminal connection to Asshats?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:36 PM
"Where's CGar? Not like him to miss a whole day; vacation or not. I hope his visitors didn't drive him to do something crazy over the weekend!"
Asleep in his tent.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 4:37 PM
Pull your pony up, Ha! Love it!
4th Ave Pub is good. Sixyears and I ended up there on our first date.
Posted by: jessibaby at August 31, 2009 4:37 PM
Biff, I think that actually says something about your internet search habits ...perhaps google is catering to your surfing proclivities??? :-)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:38 PM
OK, people - you leave me no choice but to go to yoga tonight, rather than consuming large quantities of 'ritas.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 4:38 PM
Thanks all! Found it!
Posted by: Kensingtonian at August 31, 2009 4:38 PM
Awww...luv...asshat style!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:38 PM
This probably the last PLUSA bash of the summer (hate to remind, but Labor Day is next weekend), and y'all are just going to an outdoor garden to sip beer? YAWN!
How about a place to really let your hair down and either sing or dance the summer away?
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 4:39 PM
Brighton....nooooo! Back away from the yoga! By all means you should pickle your liver with the sweetness of margaritas. Yoga is bad for a PLUSA's social life.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:40 PM
"Two words, DH: Leon Washington"
What round would be good value?
If you can get him in the 3rd round, you would be golden. Leon is not a starter, so he's not a first round pick. However, he's very productive (led league in all-purpose yards last year), so he will be a 2nd rounder for a lot of folks.
Thus if you can hold off and pick him in the 3rd round, you will have a ace in the hole on Sunday. Just my two cents.
Posted by: East New York at August 31, 2009 4:40 PM
Bitter Renter...that was Ellis...you missed it :-(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:41 PM
4th Ave. is a great place, we'll love it there.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 4:43 PM
hey peeps. is it a free transfer between the M/R and the F at fourth avenue and 9th street?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:43 PM
yep, CG
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:43 PM
CG, it's free if u show them your sparkly boot.
Posted by: bitter retort at August 31, 2009 4:44 PM
where's etson too?
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 4:44 PM
word!
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 4:44 PM
Whoever has Rob's email...can you let him know about the pub gathering tomorrow?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 4:49 PM
Anyone in BH and the surrounding environs interested in seeing this movie tonight at 8:30 at the Brooklyn Heights Cinema?
http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/in_the_loop/
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:49 PM
can someone in the know offer the PLUSAs an updated event calendar?
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 4:50 PM
Ooh, speaking of movies...if you like guitars...and BH does, really really does...
Go see "It might get loud", it's at the Cobble Hill Movie theatre. We went last night, BH gives it a two thumbs up!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 4:51 PM
Herki:
1) Margarita Madness tomorrow night at 6pm at 4th Avenue Pub. Open to all PLUSAs.
2) Clambake sometime next week. Just for female PLUSAs. Day, time and location TBD.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 4:55 PM
Snappy, he's still showing up over on Curbed. I told him to check the OT for details of the event.
Posted by: jessibaby at August 31, 2009 4:57 PM
thanks Biff... but... but... I don't think they serve frozen margaritas at the 4th ave pub!!
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 4:58 PM
"I don't think they serve frozen margaritas at the 4th ave pub!!"
Herki, the old bait and switch never hurt attendance at a 'Stoner gathering.
Ok, we'll call it "Magic Hat #9 Madness"
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 5:01 PM
Oh, that Biff, you just can't keep him away from organizing!
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 5:01 PM
jester, what can I say? I'm a born PLUSA.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 5:02 PM
Oh, Biff, you were looking for *architecture*? Oh!
There's a little bit of that on and around Bushwick Ave. Not too much, mind you -- most everything has been covered up with aluminum siding.
Otherwise, I'd recommend going to some kind of art, music, or dance performance thing, preferably at an illegal party on a loft rooftop. Or the mini-golf thing, which I haven't been to but understand is some kind of art installation. Also stop by for a drink or snack at Tandem, which is a very beautiful place decorated with salvaged gas lamps, old bathroom fixtures, and a wall of 60s-style art tiles handmade by one of the owners, an artist named Jane.
Posted by: mopar at August 31, 2009 5:03 PM
"born PLUSA" - hmm, might be my next neck tattoo.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 5:06 PM
mopar, yeah, the tours focus on architecture, cultural institutions and other buildings/sites of note, history, restaurants, shops, etc. The focus/intent is not at all on attending live performances (or illegal parties, for that matter. Although that would be fun too).
I forgot to mention that the NY Hall of Science also has a brand spanking new mini putt course that is fabulous. Only problem is NY Hall of Science is in Queens, so don't tell anyone I recommended it.
:-)
Tandem sounds fabulous. I would have loved to check it out.
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 5:07 PM
craaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaap. i think i messed up my audition. one section of the email said 6:30, but now i'm re-checking the website and it says 5-6:30. frick.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 5:08 PM
now i need a f*cking drink tonight.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 5:08 PM
did someone say drink?
Posted by: Biff Champion at August 31, 2009 5:10 PM
CG...oh no!!!!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:10 PM
Can you hop in a car svc and zoom over there in time? It's likely that the 1st 30 mins or so is just check-in.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:11 PM
no, i effed up. they say to show up 15 minutes before the "start" time. obviously i'm too dumb to be on the show. :( i was in denial, because at first i was so happy that i could try out so late (6:30) rather than having to leave work early with some vague fuzzy excuse. WHY AM I SUCH A SPAZZ?!? blergh.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 5:14 PM
Ugh. So sorry. Maybe you can get a new try-out date? Until then, get thee to an alcoholic beverage!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:17 PM
CGU, that sucks! Yikes.
I'm doing my laundry and having a few at my local, starting in about 40 minutes.
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 5:17 PM
Oh, CG, that's horrendous!
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 5:19 PM
where's your local?
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 5:19 PM
You have my email!
Posted by: infinitejester at August 31, 2009 5:26 PM
Do I dare accept an invite to a movie in BH? Any other ladies going? Seems odd to show up and go into a dark room with a total stranger. No offense, Biff.
Anybody else going?
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 5:27 PM
it's not a sexy movie so i wouldn't worry.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 5:31 PM
Biffers is safe.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 5:34 PM
i'm doomed to f*cking poverty because of my f*cking flakyass stupidity. grrrrrr.
Posted by: CG_ups at August 31, 2009 5:37 PM
CG, please stop abusing yourself!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 5:39 PM
I'll vouch for Biffy.
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 5:40 PM
Don't worry CG...we still have the lotto and mega millions to hope for :) Perhaps at our clambake we can all throw in a buck on a ticket and cross our fingers and toes (well, you and I can cross the toes on our good foot!)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:41 PM
Yes, Biffy is totally safe. Good ole PLUSA that he is :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:41 PM
WAIT ONE COTTON PICKIN' MINUTE!!! THIS WHOLE DAY HAS GONE WITHOUT A SINGLE CAT DISCUSSION!! WTF???
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:43 PM
How well do y'all know each other?
It's not a sexy movie??? Darn! Then I won't show up.
"Biffers is safe" from me then.
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 5:43 PM
Bitter, come to the mash-ups and see!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 5:50 PM
Doesn't clambake count as cat talk?
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 5:52 PM
BRG, The movie is supposed to be really good. Normally, I'd go and protect you, but I've already told myself I am going to yoga, so don't want to back out now (wait that makes me sound psycho!).
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 5:52 PM
http://tinyurl.com/nsz6wx
phew!!! the OT is back on its axis now.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:52 PM
Snappy, Btw, How is Hari doing?
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 5:54 PM
Bitter- from one bitter renter to another- come to a mash up! And isn't it a little sad that everyone says biffy is "safe?" What happened to the bad boy of yore? :-) (ps: Biffers is safe. Adorable, but safe).
Posted by: bxgrl at August 31, 2009 5:56 PM
Well, the poo is still an issue so other than effing up my bathroom about 5-6 times a day, he's fine! Remember those little spinny tops that were in the goodie bags at Ellis? He is batting one around the floor right now and enjoying himself immensely. It has become his new favorite toy. That and my toes :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 5:57 PM
snappy just had a thought... how are you with stairs vs your foot? Asking b/c there are stairs down to the garden at the 4th ave pub.
Posted by: herkimermaid at August 31, 2009 6:00 PM
Cobble, thanks. Maybe I'll show up tomorrow. i'm leary truth be told. The last time I met someone on-line I ended up having a year long relationship with and that's why I'm in the situation I'm in: Looking for a cheap rental and very bitter.
If I see another man, I just might knee the sausage in the meatballs.
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 6:01 PM
Beckett & Widget love that top too! It's my new fitness regimen - constantly crawling under things to find it. Yoga has nothing on top-finding.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 6:01 PM
Arkady...I just fished it from behind the toilet! Ha! I plan to pick up another pack of them...I'll give you half of em (it's like a pack of 12).
Herki...I can do stairs...just very very slowly :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:03 PM
"Yoga has nothing on top-finding."
Now you tell me. Maybe I should multi-task. Go to the movie with Biff and BRG, and put my popcorn under the seat.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 6:04 PM
LOL Brighton!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:07 PM
Another yoga substitute is plumbing. I've spent hours today fitting new works into a toilet - the contortions to get at all the connections require extremely taxing pretzel shapes.
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 6:08 PM
Bitter, Ah, well then, I feel your pain, that sounds extra-special SUCK-O.
Then come to the ClamBake! It'll just be us gals, and a great group, too!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 6:09 PM
Bitter Renter - Our whole group is really benign ;(
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 6:09 PM
Snappy, will it ever stop??!!! For your sake, I hope so sooon! I HATE cleaning the bathroom, that might push me over the edge!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 6:10 PM
"Another yoga substitute is plumbing."
LOL. I am sure they'll be offering a class at Equinox.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 6:14 PM
Cobble, I know clean the bathroom at least twice a day...scrubbing and mopping the floor and scrubbing down the tub. I'm thinking of buying stock in Lysol and Formula 409. Seriously. I'm starting to think he's secretly laughing at me while I scrub away and plot what mess he'll make next!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:18 PM
Snappy, They do that you know!! I think the kitty that visits me waits until I am seated and appear comfy to ask to be let in/out!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 6:23 PM
benign, bland, boring, blah...
Oh well, I was kind of hoping for EDGY or COOL.
Maybe in my next life! LOL!!
Posted by: cobblehiller at August 31, 2009 6:26 PM
Ha! The like to see us get up and work :) Thankfully Pia doesn't do it to me too. She just follows me around, waiting for me to sit or lay down so she can spread out across me and go to sleep. She's quite the snugglepuss.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:27 PM
Cool- its good to see Hari has not forgotten his secret training (hee hee hee)
Posted by: bxgrl at August 31, 2009 6:27 PM
anyone still here with me?
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 6:32 PM
heya DH :) How goes it?
Bxgirl...so you've trained him eh? I'll get you my pretty **insert wicked witch laugh here**!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:34 PM
Dirty, I'm still here. I have less than nothing to add on the cat front, so I've been silent . . . or as silent as I can be.
Posted by: brighton beoch at August 31, 2009 6:34 PM
Was just reading about someone attacked on BushwickBK. Maybe it's lucky I'm moving. Getting tired of both the hipster invasion and the hipster hate.
I miss The What and Rob. When are they going to be unbanned?
Posted by: mopar at August 31, 2009 6:40 PM
The ban might be permanent, Mopar :-(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:42 PM
permanent? that would suck
Posted by: dirty_hipster at August 31, 2009 6:51 PM
Oh. Did the offending comments get pulled? I read the thread and the comments that are still there didn't seem so bad. I bet The What was committing blogicide on purpose. You can tell he's bored with posting here. The What and Rob were lots of fun. Rob does not deserve banning.
Posted by: mopar at August 31, 2009 6:53 PM
It would suck indeed. They piss a lot of people off, but you can't deny that they provide something interesting to the site.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:53 PM
Mopar, that was the thing. In that Carlton Mews thread there was nothing said (by Rob anyway) that was out of line. He simply said what everyone else was thinking...the photos attached to that thread were absolute crap. I think he got bounced for what he was saying in the Sunset Park school thread. I personally don't totally disagree with what he said there, but I will admit that the way he said it was quite harsh and likely very offensive to many. Still not worth a permanent ban though.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 6:59 PM
i was banned a couple of weeks ago, imagine that, me banned.
I don't know what I wrote except one post where I was critical, perhaps a little snide, about the credibility of the NY Times. Zap! banned! It doesn't take much, although in Rob's case, it took a lot.
Beware of Fridays with rain in the forecast for the weekend.
Posted by: Minard Lafever at August 31, 2009 7:00 PM
Minard...you got banned? Did you ask Mr. B. why? How long did your banning last?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at August 31, 2009 7:04 PM
Minard, that doesn't seem right.
Posted by: mopar at August 31, 2009 7:05 PM
I think the ban lasted about two maybe three weeks. I gave up after a while so I didn't start posting again for maybe a month or more.
Posted by: Minard Lafever at August 31, 2009 7:22 PM
I'm still here, but not for long.
So I guess no movies tonight and I sure as hell am not going to do any yoga!
Posted by: Bitter Renter Girl at August 31, 2009 7:25 PM
I'm amazed Minard!
Bitter - How are you at plumbing?
Posted by: Arkady at August 31, 2009 7:28 PM
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