The F%^&*ing Bar is HERE!!!

[Michelino]

It was nice. The first school for us to visit. We have a couple more 4/9-12. Decision time is before May 1st, so it will be over soon.....We had a very nice dinner with Stax and Eileen.

Cool. Sound like you are gone FQF . Maybe we will catch with you the following week as we are there until the 16th.

I have a nephew who just got an interesting offer. He is graduating from high school and is something of a sensation as a young entrepreneur, has two businesses and just wrote a book on web sites for small businesses. When I see you, ask me about it...

[Amy Winette]

Hellooo, bar peeps! :) We're just back from a 24 hour trip to Salt Lake and back, Natalie's docs decided after MRI that the risk of replacing her aneurysm is still greater than the risk of rupture, so no surgery this year! Unfortunately, we can't find her fave pink bunny anywhere and we're afraid we left it at the hospital, ack!

[Michelino]

Hey Amy. Sounds like a tough call on Little Nat's condition. Hope the bunny shows up. My nephew had a yellow fuzzy duck that was special...my sister tried to replace it once with an identical, but cleaner, stuffed toy. But the second duck just became "false ducky" and always remained just a toy. The "real" Ducky was much much more than that.

[rosetree]

Cool. Sound like you are gone FQF . Maybe we will catch with you the following week as we are there until the 16th.

I have a nephew who just got an interesting offer. He is graduating from high school and is something of a sensation as a young entrepreneur, has two businesses and just wrote a book on web sites for small businesses. When I see you, ask me about it...

I'll be gone that weekend, but working hard the next week making JF stock! I'd love for you and Marcia to drop by :)

[Amy Winette]

Hi Mich! Natalie's issues are very uncommon, so there's no standard for when is the right time for surgery, but we think her docs are great and we trust them, and are just glad we aren't looking at surgery now :) The bunny situation is bad though, that thing is beat to heck but she's soo attached to it -- it's in such bad shape that if I found it cleaning up, I'd toss it, we'll have to call Primary Children's tomorrow and see if there's any hope. She already has a replacement yellow bunny that she is not accepting as a substitue at all, haha!

[rosetree]

Hellooo, bar peeps! :) We're just back from a 24 hour trip to Salt Lake and back, Natalie's docs decided after MRI that the risk of replacing her aneurysm is still greater than the risk of rupture, so no surgery this year! Unfortunately, we can't find her fave pink bunny anywhere and we're afraid we left it at the hospital, ack!

Here ya go Amy, I'm sure that you can use this....

http://blog.aarp.org/shaarpsession/redWine.jpg

I'm assuming that not having surgery is the better option?
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[rosetree]

Hi Mich! Natalie's issues are very uncommon, so there's no standard for when is the right time for surgery, but we think her docs are great and we trust them, and are just glad we aren't looking at surgery now :) The bunny situation is bad though, that thing is beat to heck but she's soo attached to it -- it's in such bad shape that if I found it cleaning up, I'd toss it, we'll have to call Primary Children's tomorrow and see if there's any hope. She already has a replacement yellow bunny that she is not accepting as a substitue at all, haha!

....this answered my question...I hope that you find the bunny ;)

[Amy Winette]

Thanks Rosie! :)

[festivalgirl]

Great job on the Raffle, guys!!!!

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t38/slangius/posts/wine4.gifhttp://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t38/slangius/posts/c5d99a78b9098a2007470361dc6c67b4.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Ooh, that rum looks tasty! Thanks to all of our proofreaders too, we're updating again and things should be in pretty good shape tomorrow :)

[festivalgirl]

Ooh, that rum looks tasty! Thanks to all of our proofreaders too, we're updating again and things should be in pretty good shape tomorrow :)

Having some now (not NOLA but close) with lemonade & club soda.

[Amy Winette]

That sounds tasty! Just a water night here. Trying to keep warm, our propane ran out last night and the delivery truck did not show up today as promised, so no hot water, stove, dryer or heat. We took a "bath" in the hot tub and are running space heaters tonight. Fun fun!

[festivalgirl]

That sounds tasty! Just a water night here. Trying to keep warm, our propane ran out last night and the delivery truck did not show up today as promised, so no hot water, stove, dryer or heat. We took a "bath" in the hot tub and are running space heaters tonight. Fun fun!

Oh my, that really sucks. Got any brandy in the house? That always warms me up.

[Amy Winette]

I think all we have is vodka and some amaretto. Beer and wine too, but I'll probably just call it a night soon. It's actually staying pretty warm in here with the space heaters, despite the fact that it just keeps snowing outside (a little break this evening before it starts coming down hard again). Our immediate forecast: CAN'T WAIT FOR FEST!!


http://www.weather.com/outlook/homeandgarden/home/hourbyhour/83455

[Michelino]

Something with Caffeine Perhaps?...another late one.

Oooh, Amy sorry about the heat. Warmth is one thing we have plenty of tonite in Rochacha

[festivalgirl]

When do you guys leave?

Not that it compares to you but we've been going from the 40's to the 80's and back again every few days. Add in rain & quakes ...... everyone keeps getting a nasty head/chest cold.

[festivalgirl]

Something with Caffeine Perhaps?...another late one.

Oooh, Amy sorry about the heat. Warmth is one thing we have plenty of tonite in Rochacha

http://www.buttalapasta.it/img/recipe_sp_irish-coffee_330.jpghttp://acorkabove.com/images/irishred.jpg

[Amy Winette]

I am glad we are not getting quakes! It's bizarre to me to think of places being warm when we are in endless winter. We're headed to NOLA April 21, just over TWO WEEKS, yay!!!!

[festivalgirl]

I am glad we are not getting quakes! It's bizarre to me to think of places being warm when we are in endless winter. We're headed to NOLA April 21, just over TWO WEEKS, yay!!!!

We leave the 21st and get in on the 23rd! Counting the minutes - 25174 ;).

[Amy Winette]

Oh, that's way too big of a number! I like 16 days. This time 16 days from now, we'll be in NOLA heading out for the evening!! We leave Bozeman, MT where the kids will be staying with grandparents about 5pm, one stop in Denver, and we're in NOLA around 11pm! Check in to the hotel and head out, woo hoo!

[festivalgirl]

Oh, that's way too big of a number! I like 16 days. This time 16 days from now, we'll be in NOLA heading out for the evening!! We leave Bozeman, MT where the kids will be staying with grandparents about 5pm, one stop in Denver, and we're in NOLA around 11pm! Check in to the hotel and head out, woo hoo!

Where are you staying? Looking forward to no kids or separation anxiety or both?

[Amy Winette]

Intercontinental, we got a great deal on priceline this fall. Not worried about leaving the kids, they do great with their grandparents, we'll just miss them during the day at Fest when we know they'd be having fun, but will love having the freedom to do things at night :)

[festivalgirl]

What a crazy damn day .... only two weeks left. You know a job is bad when the thought of possible endless unemployment doesn't sound too bad!

Night cap .......

http://thespiritworld.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2006/11/brandysnifter.gif

[rosetree]

What a crazy damn day .... only two weeks left. You know a job is bad when the thought of possible endless unemployment doesn't sound too bad!

Night cap .......

http://thespiritworld.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2006/11/brandysnifter.gif

You still doing the census thing?

[Phatpapa]

What a crazy damn day .... only two weeks left. You know a job is bad when the thought of possible endless unemployment doesn't sound too bad!

Night cap .......

http://thespiritworld.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2006/11/brandysnifter.gif

Amen!!

[festivalgirl]

You still doing the census thing?

Yeah .... bumped up to Crew Leader - Code for "how much shit can you take from above & below". I was part of the overnight Homeless Count. It was pretty intense here in L.A. I was up for 24 hours (not that hard for me;)) and worked at least 18 of them. In 48 hours, we enumerated all shelters, food banks, cars/rv's and people sleeping on the streets. Really hard when we realized that we could easily be one of them.

Now we're on Group Homes, Nursing Homes, etc. It's really distressing how many people need so much help in this country and how most of it is privately funded. We're hoping that our counts will help some of these very good people get some public help.

Can't wait for Fest but also feel slightly guilty ..........

[festivalgirl]

Amen!!

Yeah, but you have that huge Lotto ticket to fall back on. ;)

[rosetree]

Yeah .... bumped up to Crew Leader - Code for "how much shit can you take from above & below". I was part of the overnight Homeless Count. It was pretty intense here in L.A. I was up for 24 hours (not that hard for me;)) and worked at least 18 of them. In 48 hours, we enumerated all shelters, food banks, cars/rv's and people sleeping on the streets. Really hard when we realized that we could easily be one of them.

Now we're on Group Homes, Nursing Homes, etc. It's really distressing how many people need so much help in this country and how most of it is privately funded. We're hoping that our counts will help some of these very good people get some public help.

Can't wait for Fest but also feel slightly guilty ..........

I can see that could be a real eye-opener. I guess that's a part of the count that people don't realize when they sign up, but you are right, hopefully something good will come out of this.

[Phatpapa]

Yeah, but you have that huge Lotto ticket to fall back on. ;)

:D

Thanks for the laugh, baybee!

[festivalgirl]

I can see that could be a real eye-opener. I guess that's a part of the count that people don't realize when they sign up, but you are right, hopefully something good will come out of this.

This is the first Administration that is taking the count of this part of the American population so seriously .... they are the first one's willing to admit that exist. Sorry to be so heavy, but it has been weighing on me ....

How about a House Special? I'm buying.

[festivalgirl]

:D

Thanks for the laugh, baybee!

No problem ........ :D

[rosetree]

How about a House Special? I'm buying.

sure!:)

[eZe]

Hang in there FG!

[Amy Winette]

Yeah .... bumped up to Crew Leader - Code for "how much shit can you take from above & below". I was part of the overnight Homeless Count. It was pretty intense here in L.A. I was up for 24 hours (not that hard for me;)) and worked at least 18 of them. In 48 hours, we enumerated all shelters, food banks, cars/rv's and people sleeping on the streets. Really hard when we realized that we could easily be one of them.

Now we're on Group Homes, Nursing Homes, etc. It's really distressing how many people need so much help in this country and how most of it is privately funded. We're hoping that our counts will help some of these very good people get some public help.

Can't wait for Fest but also feel slightly guilty ..........

Very heavy, but what you're doing will definitely help! Don't feel guilty, you deserve a break too!

Hey, can I ask you a census question? We got something in the mail awhile ago saying our census form was coming in 10 days, but we never got a form. Can we just go online and fill one out? Or is it more complicated than that. So strange we didn't get a form . . .

[Zydekitten]

This is the first Administration that is taking the count of this part of the American population so seriously .... they are the first one's willing to admit that exist. Sorry to be so heavy, but it has been weighing on me ....

How about a House Special? I'm buying.
Sorry to hear about all that you've been going through, baby. You ARE doing a truly good, constructive thing though and will have very much earned your your Jazzfest! :)

[BillericayDicky]

Jazz Fest is gonna "taste" real good this year Chrissa. Not long now.

[Zydekitten]

Very heavy, but what you're doing will definitely help! Don't feel guilty, you deserve a break too!

Hey, can I ask you a census question? We got something in the mail awhile ago saying our census form was coming in 10 days, but we never got a form. Can we just go online and fill one out? Or is it more complicated than that. So strange we didn't get a form . . .
Our form was hand-delivered by a NOLA version of FG - but that's probably because they've been very concerned about the many still-empty post-Katrina residences out here.

[festivalgirl]

Very heavy, but what you're doing will definitely help! Don't feel guilty, you deserve a break too!

Hey, can I ask you a census question? We got something in the mail awhile ago saying our census form was coming in 10 days, but we never got a form. Can we just go online and fill one out? Or is it more complicated than that. So strange we didn't get a form . . .

Thanks guys ..... 13 days to go :)

Not on line this year. There are local QAC's (questionnaire assistance centers) all over the place - check your local library. This link should help you locate a center:
http://2010.census.gov/2010census/take10map/bcqac-textview.php


Or you can call:

What do I do if I don’t receive a questionnaire?

Beginning April 12, 2010, you should call the Telephone Questionnaire Assistance center at one of the numbers listed below to obtain a questionnaire. The phone lines will be open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (your local time) seven days a week from February 25, 2010 - July 30, 2010.

* English 1-866-872-6868
* Spanish 1-866-928-2010
* Chinese 1-866-935-2010
* Korean 1-866-955-2010
* Vietnamese 1-866-945-2010
* Russian 1-866-965-2010

For the hearing-impaired, dial TDD 1-866-783-2010 during the times noted.

[mightyradgumbo]

Hey FG, how are ya? Yanks took 2 outta 3 in the opening soiree from my Sawks...First round is on me :D Whatcha dinkin, census lady...and yes, had mine in the mail the day after I got it.

[festivalgirl]

Amy, here you go:

Seven Spring Coin Laundry

Address:

29 S. Main Street
Victor, ID 83455

Type of Office:

Questionnaire Assistance Center, Be Counted Site

Our Hours of Operation:

Monday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Tuesday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Wednesday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Thursday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Friday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Saturday: - 8:00PM

Sunday: -

Languages We Speak:

English;Spanish

Hours:

Monday;Tuesday;Wednesday;Thursday;Friday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

[festivalgirl]

Hey FG, how are ya? Yanks took 2 outta 3 in the opening soiree from my Sawks...First round is on me :D Whatcha dinkin, census lady...and yes, had mine in the mail the day after I got it.

Ooooh, some Myers & club soda sounds yummy. They were three good games .... should be a fun season!!

Especially love beating Paplebum .... sorry.

[Amy Winette]

We have a coin laundry in town? Haha, it'll be easy to find ;) This is after the 12th, right? Thanks!

[mightyradgumbo]

Ooooh, some Myers & club soda sounds yummy. They were three good games .... should be a fun season!!

Especially love beating Paplebum .... sorry.

No problem...young season. This is the year they realize that Riviera is not actually human so he will be banned in the postseason for oil to keep his robotics motioning.
When are you and Steve here? is it just two weeks away as of this Friday?

[festivalgirl]

No problem...young season. This is the year they realize that Riviera is not actually human so he will be banned in the postseason for oil to keep his robotics motioning.

:) Turned 40 last November .... you could be right ;)

He beat the entire team twice in pool last year .... not bad for a minister.


When are you and Steve here? is it just two weeks away as of this Friday?

Woo Hoo .... yes it is!! Train is supposed to pull in @ 3PM.

[mightyradgumbo]

So we will see y'all on da grounds or at Liuzza's on 1st Sat....NICE!!!!!! PB will be in attendance so he can bless the multitude of THs just before lightning strikes someone somewhere in the group heheh

[festivalgirl]

So we will see y'all on da grounds or at Liuzza's on 1st Sat....NICE!!!!!! PB will be in attendance so he can bless the multitude of THs just before lightning strikes someone somewhere in the group heheh

Yes you will!!!! Bloody Mary's - Breakfast of Champions!! Wheaties are so over rated. :p

What strikes first - Jewish or Catholic lightning?? ;)

[festivalgirl]

We have a coin laundry in town? Haha, it'll be easy to find ;) This is after the 12th, right? Thanks!

Good to know just in case!!

Nope, the QAC's are open now so you can go anytime.

[festivalgirl]

Mmmmmmm, can't wait!!

http://blog.nola.com/brettanderson/2008/03/large_Bloody.JPG

[mightyradgumbo]

Mmmmmmm, can't wait!!



Sorry I do not hafta :p couldnt resist

[festivalgirl]

Sorry I do not hafta :p couldnt resist

No problem .... just save a few for us!!

[festivalgirl]

http://static.flickr.com/113/315166452_0a0dca7702.jpg

[mightyradgumbo]

No problem .... just save a few for us!!
My limit for bloodys is one...either to get the day started or to wind down the night...mostly the first. There will be plenty for you and if not I will speak to the powers that be directly.

[festivalgirl]

My limit for bloodys is one...either to get the day started or to wind down the night...mostly the first. There will be plenty for you and if not I will speak to the powers that be directly.

:) .... I have to admit I usually have two before Fest .... it could be the only veggies I get all day.

[stlbarb]

:) .... I have to admit I usually have two before Fest .... it could be the only veggies I get all day.

i just drink to keep the shakes from coming back

[festivalgirl]

We're having these before dinner ......

http://bengaliboypaul.com/images/PicsOH/PilsnerUrquell.jpg

[tvengineer]

Time for a sazurac...

http://members.cox.net/poche112/SazuracFerrie.jpg

[festivalgirl]

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_y7VJd3oN3T4/SudNR13fDOI/AAAAAAAAAu4/zApQoyAAyJs/s200/LeLapinPetiteSirah.jpghttp://www.arrowwineandspirits.com/images/red_wine_splash__2_.jpg

[Staxsun]

Time for a sazurac...

http://members.cox.net/poche112/SazuracFerrie.jpg

I'm not going to say it. Please don't post this picture in that other thread!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

I'm not going to say it. Please don't post this picture in that other thread!

Your not going to say what?

[festivalgirl]

I have a weird split work day ..... anyone want to join me in a mid-day (here) Bellini?

http://www.thenibble.com/reviews/main/cocktails/images/bellini-250_000.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Am I too late for an apres-ski bellini? Looks yummy :)

[festivalgirl]

Am I too late for an apres-ski bellini? Looks yummy :)

Nope ... just got home myself. Must be time for another!!

http://www.thenibble.com/reviews/main/cocktails/images/bellini-250_000.jpg

[sharon_loves_fats]

Mmmmm... bellinis....

[Amy Winette]

Ugh, I think I need something a little stronger to deal with this paypal/raffle tix snafu. Why must everything be so complicated?? Grrr.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Ugh, I think I need something a little stronger to deal with this paypal/raffle tix snafu. Why must everything be so complicated?? Grrr.

Uh oh, a raffle snafu? What would you like to drink, Amy?

[Amy Winette]

Um, I think a hurricane! Pat O's if possible :)

Yeah, paypal just told us today that they no longer allow paypal accounts to be used for raffle ticket sales (though we've gone through paypal the last 4 years!) This is after we submitted all of our non-profit docs. Sigh. I'm looking at half a dozen other options and hoping we've got a solution soon.

[sharon_loves_fats]

OMG, this sounds like a real mess. Sorry for all that you're dealing with right now. Here's a double that hopefully makes things just a tad better while you sort it all out...

http://i1011.photobucket.com/albums/af234/zydecogal/posting/hurricane.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Ooh yeah, that'll help me forget about it til tomorrow! I know Threadhead karma will prevail and we'll figure something out :)

[sharon_loves_fats]

TH karma is powerful stuff :)

[sharon_loves_fats]

Beautiful day here in Cleveland. I just finished a shitload of yard work. Anyone care to join me for an ice cold, refreshing Turbodog...

http://i1011.photobucket.com/albums/af234/zydecogal/posting/turbodog2.jpg

[Festngator]

Stream WWOZ John Boutte at FQF next

[VWGal]

I'm hanging on to hear John and Lillian for sure. Good stuff! Thinking about all the Threads out groovin in the sun. JEALOUS!

[Amy Winette]

It's killing me hearing about the great weather! But I am happy for all that are there :)

I'm drinking some Cakebread chardonnay in real life and contemplating how to get the ingredients for the crawfish (shrimp) cheesecake with our grocery store closed. Don't know if the corner store has everything we need. Don't know if I even have a spring form pan!

[stlbarb]

It's killing me hearing about the great weather! But I am happy for all that are there :)

I'm drinking some Cakebread chardonnay in real life and contemplating how to get the ingredients for the crawfish (shrimp) cheesecake with our grocery store closed. Don't know if the corner store has everything we need. Don't know if I even have a spring form pan!

closed until the spring thaw (thinking seven brides for seven brothers), or just on sundays?

you'll be sweating soon, i promise.

[Amy Winette]

Sundays (mormon owned)

But there are a lot of local businesses that are closed for "mud season" (ie, between the close of ski season -- which is now after next weekend -- and "summer" -- mid-June or so).

[njk918]

This one's for you, Amy!

http://www.iwishihadthis.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/champagne.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Thank you Natalie :)

[VWGal]

This one's for you, Amy!

http://www.iwishihadthis.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/champagne.jpg

Pop em both Amy -- you'll need more than one!

[Amy Winette]

You know what chaps my azz? I've got a case where every single plaintiff absolutely committed loan fraud. Their actual income was about $5,000 monthly, and they put $30,000 per month on their loan applications. Then they signed right above the warning that providing false information is a federal crime punishable by x y and z.

Of course they made no payments, defaulted, etc. Then sued everybody in sight. At least one of the banks not only completely released them but repaired their credit. Proof of their loan fraud was sent to US Atty, but no one is doing anything about it. No one cares. People like that get away with loan fraud, and we, in doing good, have to worry about the things we've been worrying about today.

The world is f-ed up.

[VWGal]

You know what chaps my azz? I've got a case where every single plaintiff absolutely committed loan fraud. Their actual income was about $5,000 monthly, and they put $30,000 per month on their loan applications. Then they signed right above the warning that providing false information is a federal crime punishable by x y and z.

Of course they made no payments, defaulted, etc. Then sued everybody in sight. At least one of the banks not only completely released them but repaired their credit. Proof of their loan fraud was sent to US Atty, but no one is doing anything about it. No one cares. People like that get away with loan fraud, and we, in doing good, have to worry about the things we've been worrying about today.

The world is f-ed up.

AMEN. Some days I feel that it's all too true that no good deed goes unpunished.

[Amy Winette]

Sigh, well, for what it's worth, let's have a round to at least a few good deeds going unpunished! :)

[festivalgirl]

Jeeeeeez, the bar is on Page 4?!?!?!?!?! I had a really long day .... I don't need this kind of confusion when it comes to the bar!

http://thespiritworld.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2006/11/brandysnifter.gif

[NYMAMA]

Ok it's only 12 pm but....I NEED A BOURBON!!!!! Between packing up our house (we have to be out by May 27th) getting mortage preapproval , an INSANE time at my job, and packing for fest(We leave this Mondaythe 19th). I am a MESS!!!!

HELL i JUST RECONSIDERED. jUST GIVE ME THE DAMN BOTTLE

[sharon_loves_fats]

Here you go, Deb!

http://i1011.photobucket.com/albums/af234/zydecogal/posting/Jack_Daniels_Whiskey.jpg

[jerseygirl67]

Ok it's only 12 pm but....I NEED A BOURBON!!!!! Between packing up our house (we have to be out by May 27th) getting mortage preapproval , an INSANE time at my job, and packing for fest(We leave this Mondaythe 19th). I am a MESS!!!!

HELL i JUST RECONSIDERED. jUST GIVE ME THE DAMN BOTTLE

Holy crap! quick closing. How is the house in NOLA going? Is that locked in yet?

And just breathe!!!!! It is all going to be worth it when you submit that address change form to the post office!!!!!!!

[NYMAMA]

Holy crap! quick closing. How is the house in NOLA going? Is that locked in yet?

And just breathe!!!!! It is all going to be worth it when you submit that address change form to the post office!!!!!!!

We are going down on Monday to start looking, and living with my daughter in the for a while.

[rosetree]

We are going down on Monday to start looking, and living with my daughter in the for a while.

Call us if you need some help :D

[NYMAMA]

Call us if you need some help :D

Thanks Mark..will do

[aardy90210]

Here you go, Deb!

http://i1011.photobucket.com/albums/af234/zydecogal/posting/Jack_Daniels_Whiskey.jpg

im not afraid to speak up here. the lady ordered a bourbon, not a tennessee sour mash. how dare you!

double makers on the rocks, post haste!

[festivalgirl]

http://newine.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/makers-mark-bourbon.jpg

[Zydekitten]

Call us if you need some help :D

We're more than happy to help also!!! :D

[festivalgirl]

We're more than happy to help also!!! :D

Join me? I'm having to work at USC this week (a hell of a lot more than I planned) ..... if this is the future of America - we're fucked.

http://news.thomasnet.com/IMT/archives/Red%20wine%20can%20stop%20you%20from%20going%20dea f,%20researchers%20say.jpg

[sharon_loves_fats]

im not afraid to speak up here. the lady ordered a bourbon, not a tennessee sour mash. how dare you!

double makers on the rocks, post haste!

D'oh! Yep, she sure did. I did not read carefully! Bad Tarbender!!

[NYMAMA]

We're more than happy to help also!!! :D

thanks again. Maybe I'll have a POD unpacking party when we get there.;)

[festivalgirl]

thanks again. Maybe I'll have a POD unpacking party when we get there.;)

Crimson Pod Recipe

* 1 oz Vanilla Vodka
* 1 Splash Cranberry Juice
* 1 Handful Crushed Raspberries

* Mix crushed raspberries and vodka together, pour over ice, top up with cranberry juice and stir.

[festivalgirl]

I need a night cap ... tomorrow I actually have to learn how to fingerprint people. This is one of the strangest work experiences ........

[jerseygirl67]

So a question to NOLA residents....what are those shrubbery - little white flowers, they have the most heavenly scent? They are all along in the GD, along the brick walls on the side streets in the quarter. I want to plant them, if I can, here in Jersey....

May be jasmine?

[rosetree]

So a question to NOLA residents....what are those shrubbery - little white flowers, they have the most heavenly scent? They are all along in the GD, along the brick walls on the side streets in the quarter. I want to plant them, if I can, here in Jersey....

May be jasmine?

http://www.disney-vacation-time.com/img/jasmine/jasmine-1.jpg = http://www.itmonline.org/jintu/image/jasmine.jpg
;)

[jerseygirl67]

http://www.disney-vacation-time.com/img/jasmine/jasmine-1.jpg = http://www.itmonline.org/jintu/image/jasmine.jpg
;)

Ahhh, thank you! Now lets just hope it grows up here well.....:)

[Amy Winette]

FRIDAY!!!!

It's been a heck of a week. I could use a bevvie.

[Zydekitten]

Well, I'm cranky and having some Lindeman's Pinot Grigio . . .

http://www.lindemans.com/usa/gifs/our_wines/img_cawarra.jpg

I can pour you some too!

[Amy Winette]

works for me kitten!

[Zydekitten]

works for me kitten!
Here you go, baby!

http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/2173742/2/istockphoto_2173742-pouring-wine.jpg

[Delta]

I need a night cap ... tomorrow I actually have to learn how to fingerprint people. This is one of the strangest work experiences ........

Just remember to roll them smoothly, without pushing down on their finger. And don't get the ink on your clothes! (But Windex, rubbing alcohol, or nail polish remover will get it out if you do.)

[rosetree]

Just remember to roll them smoothly, without pushing down on their finger. And don't get the ink on your clothes! (But Windex, rubbing alcohol, or nail polish remover will get it out if you do.)

Book-em Dan-o! ;)

[VWGal]

Just remember to roll them smoothly, without pushing down on their finger. And don't get the ink on your clothes! (But Windex, rubbing alcohol, or nail polish remover will get it out if you do.)

The things we talk about round here. DELTA, I will be sure to call you if I get arrested -- you are in the know.

[NYMAMA]

FYI

I have found the cure for stress

2 St Johns Wort
1 verrry storng white russian

results
peace
:D

[festivalgirl]

Just remember to roll them smoothly, without pushing down on their finger. And don't get the ink on your clothes! (But Windex, rubbing alcohol, or nail polish remover will get it out if you do.)

My day went horribly wrong so I had to miss my training. One of the worst afternoons I've had in a long time. It's behind me now ....... only have to get through Monday & Tuesday .......................

[stlbarb]

My day went horribly wrong so I had to miss my training. One of the worst afternoons I've had in a long time. It's behind me now ....... only have to get through Monday & Tuesday .......................

no one has commented that beverage prices have remained the same in this bar.

what r u training to be?

[festivalgirl]

no one has commented that beverage prices have remained the same in this bar.

what r u training to be?

I'm already a Crew Leader and was supposed to do my Finger Printing training yesterday. It was really going to be money for nothing since I am in NOLA for the Enumerator Admin Day where my new skills would have been required.

[almarco]

ok did the b eer in here go up too....sheesh!

[festivalgirl]

ok did the b eer in here go up too....sheesh!

beer's gone up everywhere! have one on me ....

http://beerbeatsbites.files.wordpress.com/2007/10/urquell.jpg

[Amy Winette]

I do like the prices in here, we're celebrating some fabulous weather finally, can I get a glass of something that's perfect for a sunny day?? :)

[festivalgirl]

There's Peach Schnapps in there, too!!

http://packofjellybeans.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/iced20tea.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Ooh, that looks tasty!!

[t-bird]

There's Peach Schnapps in there, too!!

http://packofjellybeans.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/iced20tea.jpg
holy moly - got some peach chillin' in the freezer! I need me a recipe!

[festivalgirl]

holy moly - got some peach chillin' in the freezer! I need me a recipe!

Pour iced tea, add as much peach as you want, drink ...... :)

[t-bird]

Pour iced tea, add as much peach as you want, drink ...... :)

no ice tea, no mint, just schnapsssss...got it. :)

[festivalgirl]

Pour iced tea, add as much peach as you want, drink ...... :)

no ice tea, no mint, just schnapsssss...got it. :)

ok - start with tea. mint is optional!!

[t-bird]

ok - start with tea. mint is optional!!

I have ice and schnapps so I guess I'll just have to improvise.:D

[Amy Winette]

Nick spilled beer on my computer, Natalie shortened "wine opener" so she's been saying "Mommy wino" and she completed her first song lyric in the hot tub today, I was singing, I've got my toes in the water and she said, "ass sand." Life is good today ;)

[t-bird]

Life is good today ;)

oh Amy yes - you make me smile!!

[NYMAMA]

WOOO WHOOO this time tomorrow I will be in New Orleans and a lokkin at homes!
I guess I shoud start packing

[VWGal]

WOOO WHOOO this time tomorrow I will be in New Orleans and a lokkin at homes!
I guess I shoud start packing

You lucky duck! Congratulations on making the big move...

[Zydekitten]

Nick spilled beer on my computer, Natalie shortened "wine opener" so she's been saying "Mommy wino" and she completed her first song lyric in the hot tub today, I was singing, I've got my toes in the water and she said, "ass sand." Life is good today ;)
LMAO - You are cracking me up, chica!! :D

Just keep the wine opener out of the ass sand . . .

[Zydekitten]

WOOO WHOOO this time tomorrow I will be in New Orleans and a lokkin at homes!
I guess I shoud start packing
Yay!!!!!

[festivalgirl]

Amy, looks like you could use a break!!

http://static.flickr.com/113/315166452_0a0dca7702.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Mmm, thanks Chrissa! :)

We moved all of our "good wines" down from Jeff's Dad's house yesterday -- we need to move the huge wine fridge down too but it's so heavy we need help!! (A friend of ours has a painting biz and a client was just going to throw it away -- no way, we could use it!)

We've got a case of 2001-2003 estate/reserve pejus, a lot of nice Ledsons, a case of even older Clos du Vals, a couple of Silver Oaks and several special Tuscan wines from our honeymoon over there. Going to open one bottle of something, tonight while packing or tomorrow night when drawing the first round of raffle tix, hmmm . . . .

[festivalgirl]

Mmm, thanks Chrissa! :)

We moved all of our "good wines" down from Jeff's Dad's house yesterday -- we need to move the huge wine fridge down too but it's so heavy we need help!! (A friend of ours has a painting biz and a client was just going to throw it away -- no way, we could use it!)

We've got a case of 2001-2003 estate/reserve pejus, a lot of nice Ledsons, a case of even older Clos du Vals, a couple of Silver Oaks and several special Tuscan wines from our honeymoon over there. Going to open one bottle of something, tonight while packing or tomorrow night when drawing the first round of raffle tix, hmmm . . . .

All sound yummy!! I always forget something when packing drunk. Now I pack first then drink!!

[Amy Winette]

Very good point!

[jonnygospeltent]

We have some big contest about who can pack the lightest,which always leads to trips to Walgreens for some forgotten items.

[festivalgirl]

We have some big contest about who can pack the lightest,which always leads to trips to Walgreens for some forgotten items.

maybe you should change it to pack the cheapest. ;)

[Delta]

All sound yummy!! I always forget something when packing drunk. Now I pack first then drink!!

You obviously made it through Monday. One more day!!!

[festivalgirl]

You obviously made it through Monday. One more day!!!

Almost ..... have to go back down to USC at 5:30 to pick up today's forms. Love these days - 1st half of time sheet 7:30 A - 11:00A then 5:00P to 7:00P. Got all of my fest clothes together in between.

[festivalgirl]

Not quite on vacation yet but that doesn't mean I can't have one of these!! :)

http://a3.vox.com/6a00c22521073e8e1d0109d07765eb000e-500pi

[Amy Winette]

This'll be the last night in the virtual bar for some of us, eh?

CHEERS to that!! :)

[festivalgirl]

This'll be the last night in the virtual bar for some of us, eh?

CHEERS to that!! :)

Yup!!! We'll be rolling down the rails with a cocktail this time tomorrow!!

Actually, friends gave me a special Bordeaux for my birthday .... saving it for dinner in the diner tomorrow night. :)

[Amy Winette]

perfect!!!

I'm still hoping for the special bottle of wine tonight, but we have two SUPER crabby kids right now so we'll see if we get there!

(I think they're being stinkers right now so we won't feel so bad leaving them with the grandparents and taking off for fest!)

[festivalgirl]

perfect!!!

I'm still hoping for the special bottle of wine tonight, but we have two SUPER crabby kids right now so we'll see if we get there!

(I think they're being stinkers right now so we won't feel so bad leaving them with the grandparents and taking off for fest!)

Sounds like the time brandy ended up in our bottles!! Nighty night time comes a little quicker that way. ;)

[Amy Winette]

Haha, the upside is our kids are very predictable, they'll both be out for the night within the hour -- the napless crabbiness will only help them go down faster :)

[festivalgirl]

Haha, the upside is our kids are very predictable, they'll both be out for the night within the hour -- the napless crabbiness will only help them go down faster :)

Sounds like wine should be breathing!! ;)

[rosetree]

Hey y'all!
spinning yet????? ;)

[festivalgirl]

Hey y'all!
spinning yet????? ;)

Countin' down!!!!! :)

[rosetree]

Countin' down!!!!! :)

I can't believe it's here!

[festivalgirl]

I can't believe it's here!

I know. We keep looking at the luggage in disbelief.

Watching the Yankee game, having a drink, finishing touches. I have to go to the office in the morning but by 12:30 we'll be on the way to the train station!!

[rosetree]

I know. We keep looking at the luggage in disbelief.

Watching the Yankee game, having a drink, finishing touches. I have to go to the office in the morning but by 12:30 we'll be on the way to the train station!!

Nice! Have a great trip, see you Friday @ the fairgrounds!

[festivalgirl]

Nice! Have a great trip, see you Friday @ the fairgrounds!

Saturday ... we get in around 3P Friday. :D

[rosetree]

Saturday ... we get in around 3P Friday. :D

OK, then see y'all on Saturday ;)

[sophisticated sissy]

I just got a yellow Boudreaux's Butt Paste baseball cap!

Bought a new suitcase last night, so I'll pack sometime tomorrow. It's been cool here, so I'm still getting my warm season clothes out. The puppy ate a bunch of my shoes, so I don't have to worry about that.

Besides, they have stores in New Orleans, right?

Probably do some shopping tomorrow, too. Need a new pair of sexy shoes to wear with the black beaded dress at the Foundation Gala on Thursday night. So Va Va Voom! :) Well, for at least one night, anyway ...

[festivalgirl]

I just got a yellow Boudreaux's Butt Paste baseball cap!

Bought a new suitcase last night, so I'll pack sometime tomorrow. It's been cool here, so I'm still getting my warm season clothes out. The puppy ate a bunch of my shoes, so I don't have to worry about that.

Besides, they have stores in New Orleans, right?

Probably do some shopping tomorrow, too. Need a new pair of sexy shoes to wear with the black beaded dress at the Foundation Gala on Thursday night. So Va Va Voom! :) Well, for at least one night, anyway ...

Saturday night .... don't want you over dressed in the park. ;)

[sophisticated sissy]

Saturday night .... don't want you over dressed in the park. ;)


Whoops! No, honey, not that Foundation Gala .... the other one, the NOJ&H Foundation Gala. Sorry for the mix up! :)

[sophisticated sissy]

You & Steve going to Piano Night this year? It was a blast hanging out with you last year!

[festivalgirl]

Whoops! No, honey, not that Foundation Gala .... the other one, the NOJ&H Foundation Gala. Sorry for the mix up! :)

Well DUH .... I stand corrected. Take some pix!!

Are you up for Piano Night again? We haven't bought our tickets yet but still would like to go.

[sophisticated sissy]

I don't have tix for it either. If you're going, I will, too.
You on Facebook?

[festivalgirl]

I don't have tix for it either. If you're going, I will, too.
You on Facebook?

You're hooked up with Steve.

[sophisticated sissy]

Okay to send my cell # to him? Will also send a brief itinerary of my stay since I'll be moving 2X. :)

[festivalgirl]

Okay to send my cell # to him? Will also send a brief itinerary of my stay since I'll be moving 2X. :)

He just sent you a Facebook thingy .... I'm not up on my FB terminology. ;)

[sophisticated sissy]

Me, neither! FB Thingy works for me.:)

[sophisticated sissy]

Have a great ride & see you in New Orleans! It's after 1:15 here, so I'm going to call it a day. Hasta ...

[festivalgirl]

Have a great ride & see you in New Orleans! It's after 1:15 here, so I'm going to call it a day. Hasta ...

Nighty night .... we'll be there Friday!!! Liuzza's Saturday AM!

[sharon_loves_fats]

OK, it's 9pm here... lawn is mowed, have taken care of sayin 'see ya in 2 weeks' to family & friends, just finished dinner... but I haven't packed a fucking thing...

Any tarbenders around? I'll have a Makers on the rocks, please.....

[festbabe]

OK, it's 9pm here... lawn is mowed, have taken care of sayin 'see ya in 2 weeks' to family & friends, just finished dinner... but I haven't packed a fucking thing...

Any tarbenders around? I'll have a Makers on the rocks, please.....

Bwahaha. 8 pm here. Mowed yesterday. One dog is packed off to my sister's, the other two leave in the morning. Just finished cheese and turkey snack. Haven't packed a damn thing.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Haven't packed a damn thing.

Good, it's not just me that's leaving in the morning, isn't packed, and is on the bored!!

[festbabe]

Good, it's not just me that's leaving in the morning, isn't packed, and is on the bored!!

What? Sorry, I missed your post - I was over on Facebook.

[sharon_loves_fats]

What? Sorry, I missed your post - I was over on Facebook.

Hahahaha!!! Can't wait to see you, chica!!

Alright, I really gotta start packing... Where's my drink??!?!?

[festbabe]

Hahahaha!!! Can't wait to see you, chica!!

Alright, I really gotta start packing... Where's my drink??!?!?

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w188/hmccamey/JF2006SUN_WELCOMETOJAZZFEST-1.jpg

I don't have any Makers, but can I get you a pre-fest Screwdriver?

See you on the other side!!

[pokerchick66]

Just cleaned the house. NOW I finally get to pack. :p

[sharon_loves_fats]

I don't have any Makers, but can I get you a pre-fest Screwdriver?

See you on the other side!!

Ahhhh... thank you! Now whatever I forget to pack, I won't care... ;)

Awesome pic, BTW!!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Just cleaned the house. NOW I finally get to pack. :p

Wow, ambitious, PC! There's no way I could clean and pack!

[steeleye]

Wow, ambitious, PC! There's no way I could clean and pack!

Especially when you can't pull your azz away from da bored. Now get moving and fuc&&&ging PACK!!!!!!!!!!!!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Especially, when you can't pull your azz away from da bored. Now get moving and fuc&&&ging PACK!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey, I brought my suitcase downstairs, got my backpack too, and have dusted off my laptop bag... they're all on the living room floor... yes, they are all empty, but one step at a time :p... maybe I need a 2nd drink... :D

[rosetree]

Hey, I brought my suitcase downstairs, got my backpack too, and have dusted off my laptop bag... they're all on the living room floor... yes, they are all empty, but one step at a time :p... maybe I need a 2nd drink... :D

Here ya go Sharon.....now get busy!;)

http://intoxicologist.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/makers-mark-neat.jpg

[steeleye]

Hey, I brought my suitcase downstairs, got my backpack too, and have dusted off my laptop bag... they're all on the living room floor... yes, they are all empty, but one step at a time :p... maybe I need a 2nd drink... :D


At least your liver will be packed, primed and ready to go.

[steeleye]

Here ya go Sharon.....now get busy!;)

http://intoxicologist.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/makers-mark-neat.jpg

She needs no help rolling down the slippery slope, Mark.

[jerseygirl67]

You gals are so funny :D

I guess Wednesday is gardening day ...garderners came today, mowed lawn, etc..

It's our anniversary today :), I have company coming thru town tommorrow, I leave friday for San Francisco for a friends wedding weekend, come home, leave for Fest on Tuesday night....haven't cleaned my house or packed anything yet..and here I am , on the bored!!! ahahaha

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY honey!!!!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Here ya go Sharon.....now get busy!;)


Thanks, RT!! Lookin foward to seeing you soon!!!

[rosetree]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MEXI!!!

[sharon_loves_fats]

At least your liver will be packed, primed and ready to go.

Liver is good to go.. I've been practicing :p

[sharon_loves_fats]

You gals are so funny :D

I guess Wednesday is gardening day ...garderners came today, mowed lawn, etc..

It's our anniversary today :), I have company coming thru town tommorrow, I leave friday for San Francisco for a friends wedding weekend, come home, leave for Fest on Tuesday night....haven't cleaned my house or packed anything yet..and here I am , on the bored!!! ahahaha

You've got loads of time!!

Happy Anniversary!!!!!

Lookin foward to seeing you 2nd weekend!!

[sharon_loves_fats]

I just put 3 items in my suitcase... can I have a 3rd dink??

[rosetree]

I just put 3 items in my suitcase... can I have a 3rd dink??

I don't think it works that way.....

[sharon_loves_fats]

I don't think it works that way.....

Worth a shot :p! OK, time to get moving...

[rosetree]

Chrissa....I can't believe you are missing a no-hitter!
:eek:
Where's Scoop!!!

[festivalgirl]

Chrissa....I can't believe you are missing a no-hitter!
:eek:
Where's Scoop!!!

This is the 2nd year Hughes has almost thrown a No Hitter while I'm out of the loop in NOLA!!

Just got home .... haven't logged in for 2 weeks .... there are 13 1/2 pages of unread posts. Not even going to attempt them all. What are the essential reads?

[Delta]

What are the essential reads?

The PQA gumbo was wonderful.
The PQA gumbo was not good.
Loved the trout!
The trout sucked!
Van was sublime.
Van sucked.
Patry photos were posted.
More Patry photos were posted.
Crawfish pics were posted. Maybe from Patry.
People got drunk.
People ate food.
People listened to music.
The music was good.
The music was great.
None of the music was bad. Well, maybe the stuff in the elevator.
The Parc St Charles didn't give anyone cooties, or clean towels.
Everybody was happy to see everyone else.
Everybody hugged.
We all love/miss each other.
Dancing happened.
Several people made plans to return next year.

I think that pretty much covers it. Just pick any 3 and mix-n-match.

[Lit]

The PQA gumbo was wonderful.
The PQA gumbo was not good.
Loved the trout!
The trout sucked!
Van was sublime.
Van sucked.
Patry photos were posted.
More Patry photos were posted.
Crawfish pics were posted. Maybe from Patry.
People got drunk.
People ate food.
People listened to music.
The music was good.
The music was great.
None of the music was bad. Well, maybe the stuff in the elevator.
The Parc St Charles didn't give anyone cooties, or clean towels.
Everybody was happy to see everyone else.
Everybody hugged.
We all love/miss each other.
Dancing happened.
Several people made plans to return next year.

I think that pretty much covers it. Just pick any 3 and mix-n-match.

You forgot:

Simon & Garfunkel were great
Simon & Garfunkel sucked
Hubig's are awesome
Everyone slept with PaulC*


*Except that Jeff cannot remember what he did, and (on the advice of counsel) can neither confirm nor deny anything.

[festivalgirl]

The PQA gumbo was wonderful.
The PQA gumbo was not good.
Loved the trout!
The trout sucked!
Van was sublime.
Van sucked.
Patry photos were posted.
More Patry photos were posted.
Crawfish pics were posted. Maybe from Patry.
People got drunk.
People ate food.
People listened to music.
The music was good.
The music was great.
None of the music was bad. Well, maybe the stuff in the elevator.
The Parc St Charles didn't give anyone cooties, or clean towels.
Everybody was happy to see everyone else.
Everybody hugged.
We all love/miss each other.
Dancing happened.
Several people made plans to return next year.

I think that pretty much covers it. Just pick any 3 and mix-n-match.

You forgot:

Simon & Garfunkel were great
Simon & Garfunkel sucked
Hubig's are awesome
Everyone slept with PaulC*


*Except that Jeff cannot remember what he did, and (on the advice of counsel) can neither confirm nor deny anything.

hmmmm, musta missed that.

knew i could count on you both!

[Delta]

Actually, we're no more interesting than we were 13.5 pages ago. There's just more of the mundane than usual.

[festivalgirl]

Actually, we're no more interesting than we were 13.5 pages ago. There's just more of the mundane than usual.

must be time for cocktails!!

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t38/slangius/Drinks/Martini_neon.gif

[Delta]

must be time for cocktails!!

It must be time to throw everyone who is too fucking stupid to use a computer but does anyway out the window. Or bash them over the head with it. Or maybe just stuff it up their ass.

Or it might just be time for a cocktail. A really, really big one.

[pokerchick66]

It must be time to throw everyone who is too fucking stupid to use a computer but does anyway out the window. Or bash them over the head with it. Or maybe just stuff it up their ass.

Or it might just be time for a cocktail. A really, really big one.

ROFLMAO!

[Amy Winette]

I'm with you all on cocktails! Can I have a Pat O's hurricane, I feel my time in NOLA was too short :)

[rosetree]

I'm with you all on cocktails! Can I have a Pat O's hurricane, I feel my time in NOLA was too short :)

Here ya go Amy...

http://photos.travellerspoint.com/16695/11_-_Hurri.._Briens.jpg

[rosetree]

It must be time to throw everyone who is too fucking stupid to use a computer but does anyway out the window. Or bash them over the head with it. Or maybe just stuff it up their ass.

Or it might just be time for a cocktail. A really, really big one.

are you OK Baybee????

[Amy Winette]

Here ya go Amy...

http://photos.travellerspoint.com/16695/11_-_Hurri.._Briens.jpg


Ahhhh! Are my shakes withdrawal? One week is not enough!!

[festivalgirl]

It must be time to throw everyone who is too fucking stupid to use a computer but does anyway out the window. Or bash them over the head with it. Or maybe just stuff it up their ass.

Or it might just be time for a cocktail. A really, really big one.

guess you can add 'people who think this is funny' to the throw away list ...... hope this improves your day a little bit.

http://www.seductionmeals.com/margaritas.jpg

[Phatpapa]

A cheer is in order to celebrate Ibjamn's successful knee replacement surgery.

Tarbender:
An Abita Amber and a jello shot, please!!

[Lit]

A cheer is in order to celebrate Ibjamn's successful knee replacement surgery.

Tarbender:
An Abita Amber and a jello shot, please!!

Well I think there are some other folks here who would be happy to join you, so I've included a few extras:

http://blog.nola.com/flattrackfever/2008/08/large_ibeatfac.jpg

http://dorodesign.files.wordpress.com/2009/12/e03aecb7160c3be20d52cd502f3b4c76.jpg

[rosetree]

Is anyone else having trouble with FB????
I couldn't get on last night and tonight!!!!
Suffering withdrawals.....:eek:

[Phatpapa]

Is anyone else having trouble with FB????
I couldn't get on last night and tonight!!!!
Suffering withdrawals.....:eek:

No. But I do dig roller derby chicks, jello shots and Abita beer!!

[festivalgirl]

Is anyone else having trouble with FB????
I couldn't get on last night and tonight!!!!
Suffering withdrawals.....:eek:

Here's a nice cup of Chrysanthemum Tea to calm your nerves.

steve's account seems to be ok - did ya' piss someone off who got you locked out?

http://www.countryliving.com/cm/countryliving/images/26/Cup-of-garden-tea-GRDN-de.jpg

[festivalgirl]

A Scorpion Bowl seems in order today .........

http://newyork.timeout.com/newyork/resizeImage/htdocs/export_images/661/661.x600.eat.barhop.jpg

[rosetree]

Thanks chrissa :)
It came back on a few minutes ago....

[festivalgirl]

Thanks chrissa :)
It came back on a few minutes ago....

Anytime. I know you guys need your FB.

There was an interesting story in the NYT Sunday about how kids graduating college are rethinking living life on FB now that they are going into the job market.

[Delta]

A Scorpion Bowl seems in order today .........



The only thing that could be better than that would be 2 of those.

[jerseygirl67]

Anytime. I know you guys need your FB.

There was an interesting story in the NYT Sunday about how kids graduating college are rethinking living life on FB now that they are going into the job market.

LOL....they need to. My nephew posts inappropriate things (although he has gotten better) and I would tell him to delete all the time. College, jobs, it affects everything.

[festivalgirl]

http://newyork.timeout.com/newyork/resizeImage/htdocs/export_images/661/661.x600.eat.barhop.jpghttp://newyork.timeout.com/newyork/resizeImage/htdocs/export_images/661/661.x600.eat.barhop.jpg

[festivalgirl]

LOL....they need to. My nephew posts inappropriate things (although he has gotten better) and I would tell him to delete all the time. College, jobs, it affects everything.

Sure does ...... first thing employers do is check FB, Myspace, etc.

Hey, when are you guys off to Spain?

[festivalgirl]

Pairings: White Sangria and Red Sangria
By FLORENCE FABRICANT

Cavas, often blessed with notes of citrus and spring blossoms, are genial sparkling wines, all the more so because of their modest prices. They can be called on for many occasions, and are the ideal finishing touch for sangria, either red or white. The white sangria is unusual and strong, though white wine in place of manzanilla sherry will moderate the alcohol. The red is clearly classic. Both are more refreshing than sweet.

White Sangria

Adapted from Kerin Auth, Tinto Fino, Manhattan

Time: 20 minutes, plus at least 4 hours’ refrigeration

2 apples, cored and coarsely diced

2 pears, cored and coarsely diced

2 juice oranges, peeled, seeded and diced

1 cup gin

1/2 cup triple sec

3bottles (500 milliliters each) manzanilla sherry or 2 bottles (750 milliliters each) dry white wine

1/2 bottle cava (1 1/2 cups), chilled.

1. Place all fruit in a bowl with gin and triple sec. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, or overnight.

2. Transfer to a large pitcher and add manzanilla or white wine. Stir. Divide liquid and fruit into wine glasses, over ice if desired, until about 2/3 full. Top each with cava.

Yield: 8 to 10 servings.

Red Sangria

Adapted from Rafael Mateo, Pata Negra, Manhattan

Time: 1/2 hour, plus 4 hours’ refrigerating

1 bottle red wine, preferably garnacha

Juice of 1 1/2 oranges

Juice of 1 lemon

Juice of 1 lime

1/2 cup Spanish brandy

1/4 cup triple sec

1 apple, cored and sliced

1 pear, cored and sliced

1 cinnamon stick

1/2 bottle cava (1 1/2 cups), chilled.

1. Combine wine, citrus juices, brandy, triple sec, sliced fruit and cinnamon in a 2-quart pitcher. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, or overnight.

2. Add 2 cups ice and the cava. Pour into wine glasses with some fruit.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings.

[jerseygirl67]

Sure does ...... first thing employers do is check FB, Myspace, etc.

Hey, when are you guys off to Spain?

LMA...not till we get some $$$... Not much traveling this year. Al is transitioning from owning a landscaping co to...wait....becoming a luthier (guitar building and repair). Yes, way out there. My brother has a shop and a school here in NJ. It's a little easier on the body than landscaping.
And, no matter what the economy, music is always there, people always play...