tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post4629522364411892401..comments2024-01-12T07:22:33.175-08:00Comments on The Fabulous Lorraine and Fiends: First Night of Class!FabulousLorrainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14889080113368458412noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-61960688216554225862008-06-26T23:21:00.000-07:002008-06-26T23:21:00.000-07:00Well the crows on my rooftop sure are wierd these ...Well the crows on my rooftop sure are wierd these days, maybe Birdchick could shed some light on that. I think they are sad because my other tree is gone. When I moved in here I lived under the tallest tree on the block.. then they cut that down last November... now they cut down the other tree, spawn of the first one... they couldn't legally get a permit to cut it down but apparently the law allows them to mutilate it (cutting it to be a 12 foot stump where once it was a 40 foot tree) and then apply for the permit next November and chop up the rest. sigh.. I know how the birds feel.Rubiushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12489017422221346200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-6477965251385052572008-06-26T19:56:00.000-07:002008-06-26T19:56:00.000-07:00I love all those books, dearly! Nice French , K!Ho...I love all those books, dearly! Nice French , K!<BR/><BR/>How cool you danced at Baltic con! That Con gets the coolest people...We had SO much fun, even with Malena sick like death.<BR/><BR/>Mirrors. Got it.<BR/><BR/>The Birdchick is Birding. If we were Birds, she would be here. Perhaps if we start commenting on how we found some Ivory Billed Woodpeckers, she would be here like a SHOT!<BR/><BR/>We shot the Bengals tonight. Of to post pictures.FabulousLorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14889080113368458412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-62152042762470110732008-06-26T19:04:00.000-07:002008-06-26T19:04:00.000-07:00hello my little chatterboxes,i am home for a momen...hello my little chatterboxes,<BR/>i am home for a moment then BACK TO WORK.<BR/>no rest for the wicked.<BR/>as for miss Michaela, she was the one that posed for me in January, looking lovely, i am happy that Quiche has a great neighbor like her. I wonder, did you ever decide on a photo? because I never heard back---<BR/><BR/>as for mirrored photos, if you think about your SLR and the little teeny fairy-size mirror inside, viola! you will understand why you are getting backward image writing...take a look! <BR/>how come birdchick never comments here? <BR/>what UP, birdy? <BR/>xoxoxKitty Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10678414418125790641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-45977884184631792892008-06-26T18:31:00.000-07:002008-06-26T18:31:00.000-07:00I've never danced with snakes, though I know some ...I've never danced with snakes, though I know some people who do. It seems a lot of it is good handling, getting the snakes used to being handled that way, the music, crowds, etc. I know there is at least one snake dancing DVD out there. <BR/><BR/>I have enough trouble keeping my curious cats away when I'm practicing with my sword. No Kitty Kabobs please!<BR/><BR/>Which reminds me - Lorraine, we danced at Balticon's opening ceremony this year! <BR/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/debbieohi/2528006672/Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15390837030580881528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-16198549247225601352008-06-26T18:25:00.000-07:002008-06-26T18:25:00.000-07:00Oh Aglaia, vous parlez vrai. Tous que vous avez me...Oh Aglaia, vous parlez vrai. Tous que vous avez mentionnés sonts des excellents livres. Je me demande si "Holes" de Louis Sachar ne convenait pas bien aussi? Ma mère est prof d'Anglais et l'a choisi pour une de ses classes. Une histoire simple mais pas du tout simplistique.<BR/><BR/>OK... you know, it's a very bad idea to encourage me to speak French at half-past two in the morning.Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14530845147391401083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-32453521346624195122008-06-26T17:58:00.000-07:002008-06-26T17:58:00.000-07:00Now I want some cookies for dessert. HUGE hugs to ...Now I want some cookies for dessert. HUGE hugs to all of you, y'all made tears come to my eyes with your sweetness and support. And Malena, pass some hugs on to your mom; she is a true hero! To the young man in your neighborhood, it is amazing to me how many kids that need some extra help academically have such wonderful other gifts to share with us. The books I would recommend are: Odd And The Frost Giants, by one Mr. Neil Gaiman (and I bought three copies from the UK and would joyfully, happily send you a copy to give him) -- this is an especially good story as the boy hero, Odd, struggles with some difficulties in his home life and a disability, and yet is in fact still the deserving hero. Another is A Wizard Of Earthsea by the amazing Ursula K. LeGuin, which is a wonderful, engaging story and also has a young hero who must struggle. Diana Wynne Jones's Chronicles of Crestomanci are very, very good -- start with Charmed Life and The Lives of Christopher Chant, as the rest build on those two. (I love Summerland by Michael Chabon, but that one is pretty long and above 6th grade level, but it might something to aspire to.) In all of these, the young people who are called on to do good and great things all have obstacles and problems -- some pretty darned serious and heartbreaking -- and learn to triumph anyway. I hope that's a help (and seriously, I would be more than happy to send any of these to you if necessary -- I am gmariemonk at gmail dot com). Again, thank you and y'all made my day so much brighter!!Bulfinch's Aglaiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11166994917700169540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-54380291253837707742008-06-26T17:33:00.000-07:002008-06-26T17:33:00.000-07:00Oh, Dr Paul tuens away no whiskey, and has a fine ...Oh, Dr Paul tuens away no whiskey, and has a fine palate....<BR/><BR/>I think one could bellydance to just about anything.<BR/><BR/>Back from Boot Camp. I mean Dog School.FabulousLorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14889080113368458412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-52216065296201834382008-06-26T17:29:00.000-07:002008-06-26T17:29:00.000-07:00Personally, I prefer Glen Livet. I don't think I'...Personally, I prefer Glen Livet. I don't think I've ever had Jameson. for vodka, I prefer Stolichnaya. Though I really think Captain Morgan's would go better with purple frosted bat cookies. <BR/><BR/>Nothing like having inexpensive tastes. ;)<BR/><BR/>Ms. Fabulous, I meant for you to catch one of Tara's performances sometime. I'll see if I can't find a website for her. :)<BR/><BR/>I'll also see if I can't post the website with the list of "You Know You're a Bellydancer When..." I know I have been guilty of shimmying done the grocery store aisle. And thinking, "You know, you can play zills to 'Brick House' and 'Play that Funky Music, White Boy'." ::sigh:: Yeah, I got it bad.ariandalenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05314214363004851355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-59632779745953485402008-06-26T16:03:00.000-07:002008-06-26T16:03:00.000-07:00Dr. Paul needs to be schooled in the ways of Bowmo...Dr. Paul needs to be schooled in the ways of Bowmore and other fine Islay whiskies, like Oban, Scapa, and Ardhbeg. There is life beyond Jameson, Paul! ;)Dread Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03081969484772150648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-45615041658045905302008-06-26T15:29:00.000-07:002008-06-26T15:29:00.000-07:00So very sad...If I could send you all cookies, I w...So very sad...If I could send you all cookies, I would. But it is simply not a practical idea. I do have some really cute pics of the girls making them today tho, that I will post later tonight...<BR/><BR/>Dr Paul would pair Jameson with ANYTHING...FabulousLorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14889080113368458412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-21326115833985838922008-06-26T15:22:00.000-07:002008-06-26T15:22:00.000-07:00Dude, on Saturdays, I'm supposed to be painting in...Dude, on Saturdays, I'm supposed to be painting in the studio where I've apprenticed myself, until, like 10:30 at night. There are characters and creatures to be designed! Models to be painted! Color theory to be… uh, theorized. <BR/><BR/>That Bat Cookies/Jameson pairing was Paul's idea, I think. I'm game. I am the Designated Drinker, after all, and must face the challenges my duties bring. No matter how onerous. But there will be no Bat Cookies for me. *sniffle*Dread Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03081969484772150648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-45904711416924788862008-06-26T14:52:00.000-07:002008-06-26T14:52:00.000-07:00Bulfinch's Aglaia!My mother was a special ed teach...Bulfinch's Aglaia!<BR/>My mother was a special ed teacher. It is the most important job in the world. As important as being the president (plus you get to influence the future with your kindness!)<BR/>I have a kid who lives on my block who's in high school special ed . He's a bright kid. What books could I get him? He's on a 6th grade reading level. (intuitive as all heaven too)<BR/><BR/>Anyway, I could go on forever, so...<BR/>Welcome to our blog and we need more people like you in the world.<BR/><BR/>Yeah for bellydancing!Malenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18013928831066145170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-54856568237373379432008-06-26T12:56:00.000-07:002008-06-26T12:56:00.000-07:00The Bat Man was a man. A very nice man who also g...The Bat Man was a man. A very nice man who also gave my landlady great advise on the upcoming roof work she needs to do.<BR/><BR/>Maybe we will call you next time! But I do hope there is no next time!AletaMayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05639273261672273258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-37412415495395141852008-06-26T12:47:00.000-07:002008-06-26T12:47:00.000-07:00I have two young Ladies working on the Bat Cookies...I have two young Ladies working on the Bat Cookies as we speak. I am buried in work.....So if they don't turn out well, it's not MY fault! (But hey, frosting, I'll bring them to the gig anyway)<BR/><BR/>Is The Bat Man a person or a Cat? Kitty has a cat named Batman.....You should have called me, I kind of specialize in Bat Services and Removal. All round Wild Kingdom Here!FabulousLorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14889080113368458412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-42588740895247091242008-06-26T12:03:00.000-07:002008-06-26T12:03:00.000-07:00Wow. So much going on here these days. Cool. Hi...Wow. So much going on here these days. Cool. Hi everyone I have never said hi to.<BR/><BR/>So,Pantagruel -- Bat Cookies with Jameson. I tend to be a Gin and Tonic or beer person in the summertime but I may have to change that up a bit this weekend because there is something wonderfully decident about the idea of purple frosted bat cookies with Jameson. I'll have to give it a try.<BR/><BR/>Speaking of bats... had one in the house last night. Bats are very cool animals but not so much a good thing inside the house. Not really a good thing for the bat or the person or the cat. We called in a professional who captured the bat and took it somewhere more bat friendly to live. <BR/><BR/>The Bat Man was carrying the bat around for awhile and we looked at its cool sharp, sharp teeth. It hide its little face behind a wing when he shined a light on it and it was very cute. That said I am very glad the little guy is gone. There have been rabies scares lately and I did not want to worry about with either the cat or myself.<BR/><BR/>Bat cookies on the other hand do not seem to involve rabies shots -- just shots of Jameson. Yay!AletaMayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05639273261672273258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-24153729752148690782008-06-26T08:58:00.000-07:002008-06-26T08:58:00.000-07:00I will try for Bengals on Purple leashes tonight, ...I will try for Bengals on Purple leashes tonight, after Dog Schhol.<BR/><BR/>Long day this.<BR/><BR/>Agaila, that is so cool, you are in such a great position to really help kids who may not otherwise be getting the help they need, and you will make such a difference! I know you will do really well! One teacher can change a life. Being there, caring and listening is half of it, and I know you can do it!<BR/><BR/>I don't know why photobooth takes mirrored pics. Anyone? Regular camera don't, do they? I know nothing,,,<BR/><BR/>Not sure where I got the tank, but a quick google would probably find you one.<BR/><BR/>I wish you could come to my show too, Panatagruel, but HELLO!!! You live in LA, GO TO MALENA'S SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!<BR/><BR/>Dancing with Bengals???ACK! Bengals SLINK. Hi Heather! That's so cool you have a snake, I wonder if there is a trick to dancing with them, anyone? Amy?FabulousLorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14889080113368458412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-87511095142570243562008-06-26T08:47:00.000-07:002008-06-26T08:47:00.000-07:00Yay for dancing! I really wish someone in my area ...Yay for dancing! I really wish someone in my area taught dancing with snakes. I have my own snake baby at home and would LOVE to incorporate him into my routines.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08997974591271534440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-20030837296911021322008-06-26T08:15:00.000-07:002008-06-26T08:15:00.000-07:00Snakes, no problem. Now dancing with Bengals, that...Snakes, no problem. Now dancing with <I>Bengals</I>, that would be a challenge!Phialahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05604909119508288912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-9211546639676414682008-06-26T07:37:00.000-07:002008-06-26T07:37:00.000-07:00Lorraine - i meant to tell you i love that tank! ...Lorraine - i meant to tell you i love that tank! I need one! I have a t that says "Come to the dark side, we have cookies", but its not as cool as Evil Keeps Me Young. Dog agility - fun, and a good workout - specially with Cabal - he is a big boy! Grace, you will do well, your first year is a bit nervewracking, and all you can do is dive in. A seasoned instructor told me when I was first beginning teaching to overplan lessons, plan more than you think you will need, and to be flexible within them,and his advice served me well. The weirdest aspect of teaching for me initially was the timing and pacing - i thought something would take 2 hrs, and it would take 30 minutes, and vice versa. Good luck, and congratulations, you are a compassionate woman and I know you will be an asset to the school!ivenotimehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01910607154293604022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-64043630296311950682008-06-26T07:34:00.000-07:002008-06-26T07:34:00.000-07:00I'm glad you all liked the links! In my "If I ever...I'm glad you all liked the links! In my "If I ever owned a dance studio" fantasy I sometimes think I'd have #4 inscribed on the walls.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15390837030580881528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-13288650967255642422008-06-26T07:31:00.000-07:002008-06-26T07:31:00.000-07:00Okay, see, the lighting in these is kinda cool and...Okay, see, the lighting in these is kinda cool and interesting. Not like the Photos That Shall Not Be Seen where you were in danger of being devoured by wraiths. <BR/><BR/>Aglaia, when you get nervous, just plant your feet so you can feel the soles of your feet, breathe in deeply, and rub your belly. Silly, I know, but give it a shot. <BR/><BR/>Amy, thanks for posting those links! I agree, #4 is the best one. Bellydance reminds me that my worth as a person is not inversely proportionate to thecircumference of my hips. Otherwise, ye gods, I'd be about as worthy as a speck of lint. Which is just not possible for one of Cabal's Cabal. <BR/><BR/>Pity I will not be able to go to this weekend's show, because then I could have Bat Cookies with Jameson, and practice my taxeems and mayas while Lorraine and Paul play. (Scotch, the magic dance improving potion!) Hrmpf.Dread Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03081969484772150648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-9693217842389964822008-06-26T07:02:00.000-07:002008-06-26T07:02:00.000-07:00Fablo, those pictures are *wonderful*. I love the ...Fablo, those pictures are *wonderful*. I love the slanting light -- it's like the sun through the clouds after a storm. Beautiful! I am curious why the print on the t-shirt came out mirrored (I know nothing 'bout no picture taking, or technology for that matter! I just want to hit the 'on' button and have it work, please.).<BR/><BR/>Thank you ALL for your kind support, and yes, Sue, you're right: my orientation is for teaching. I am, please God, going to be teaching special ed at a local high school (can't sign the contract until the fingerprinting and background check comes back in) and I am so so so very excited about this. (Am also taking grad classes myself, starting in two weeks, so this should be an interesting year, shouldn't it?) I'm just really nervous right now because I so want to do a good job, a really really good job. I love teenagers, I love helping and explaining, but I don't have much teaching experience despite my, ahem, age. I have lots of *other* experience and I'm a good quick learner. But still. I want to do the best possible job; these kids who struggle, for all kinds of reasons, deserve that. So my heart is beating a little bit fast today...Bulfinch's Aglaiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11166994917700169540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-16781809569272306832008-06-26T03:28:00.000-07:002008-06-26T03:28:00.000-07:00Slinkster-keen! Quiche is the ur-Bat.I want to se...Slinkster-keen! Quiche is the ur-Bat.<BR/><BR/>I want to see pictures of these Bengals on leashes, being walked. I'm picturing them looking back at you with that face that says, "This leash demeans us both." Or possibly, "We shall see just who is walking whom when the Bengal-Wasp-Bee Alliance is triumphant!!"Dan Guyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00894953005632382940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-67907219456641599132008-06-25T22:47:00.000-07:002008-06-25T22:47:00.000-07:00Bonne nuit!Bonne nuit!spacedlawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12462723005560128474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10610763.post-4733743662681541582008-06-25T22:46:00.000-07:002008-06-25T22:46:00.000-07:00Femmes françaises folles. Je vais au sleeo.Femmes françaises folles. Je vais au sleeo.FabulousLorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14889080113368458412noreply@blogger.com