Fashion Board 12-09-03 through 1-08-04 - Page 185

LessinSF · 12-19-2003, 03:37 PM

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Originally posted by Atticus Grinch
The press materials say "shimmering, glass encased," whatever that means.

The side view angles look like we are giving Osama and his ilk the big finger. I like it.

str8outavannuys · 12-19-2003, 03:40 PM

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Originally posted by notcasesensitive
I agree with you. So maybe I'm warped too. Friendly conversation/banter does not constitute flirting to me, that is just being nice.

Sign that I'm truly spending too much time on these boards. I had a dream last night that I was changing planes in DFW, and thought to myself, in my dream, hey, I should check and see if NCS or Shape Shifter or any of the other Texas folk have time for a beer.

12-19-2003, 03:41 PM

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Originally posted by notcasesensitive
This just means that you are now old. The kids today, with their baggy pants, etc. Apparently hot guys look like Justin to those crazy teens. Live with it and enjoy your crotchety old lady status. I know I am ejoying mine.

does this mean that baldness is a desirable trait amongst the youth? noone could appreciate a fine phillippoussian look? to me Timberlake looks like a pansy version of Andre Agassi.

ltl/fb · 12-19-2003, 03:42 PM

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Originally posted by greatwhitenorthchick
I did the same (but only to the tune of about $250). New supply of contact lenses and two acupunctures and I'm done. However, I have publication 502 on my desk and can tell you that birth control pills, artificial limbs, artificial teeth, christian science practitioners and osteopath visits all qualify, if any of those tickle your fancy.

Or just go on the irs.gov website and get your own copy of publication 502. I'm sure you will find something. (note, the publication specifically says that dancing lessons are not covered, even if a doctor recommends them. in case you were wondering)

Also, your plan may or may not have elected to start covering OTC drugs. Check with your HR people. I don't have a copy of it in front of me, but somewhere on the IRS website there's a copy of guidance as to what is covered and what isn't (e.g., vitamins are not covered but I think Nyquil would be). I doubt you could get rid of the whole $600 that way, but every little bit helps.

You should double-check with the HR people on stuff that's kind of off the beaten path -- some employers write their plans to exclude stuff that could be covered.

Flinty_McFlint · 12-19-2003, 03:42 PM

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Originally posted by Atticus Grinch
Poll: What is the greatest ensemble-cast sitcom?

Maybe I'm the only guy who liked the show, but I really enjoyed the characters and storylines of Northern Exposure--you had fish out of water Dr. Fleischmann, individualist bush pilot Maggie, Cool cat DJ Chris, friendly young genius Ed, blowhard Maurice, and salt of the earth bar owner Holling, and his ditzy beauty pageant child bride Shelly. Plus a bunch of other fully-realized characters, like Rutn-ann, Marilyn...etc. Pretty good storylines for the first 4-5 seasons, then quality started to suffer.

Aloha Mr. Learned Hand · 12-19-2003, 03:43 PM

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Originally posted by paigowprincess
How did her album fare? Is it selling? Is she done?

In answer to your question, Paigs, it appears she is still selling well by most standards, but is probably selling less of her new album than its predecessors...

The current Billboard 200 Album Chart lists her new CD at #10 after 4 weeks, down from #7 last week. It also notes that the album has been certified double platinum already (2 million sold).

As for the rest of the list, well, let's just say for the most part it does not bode well for the current state of popular music...

1. Ruben Studdard
2. Alicia Keys
3. Now! That's What I Call Music 14
4. Toby Keith
5. Josh Groban
6. Outkast (6 million copies + sold)
7. Rod Stewart
8. Hilary Duff
9. Sheryl Crow
10. Britney
11. Clay Aiken

robustpuppy · 12-19-2003, 03:44 PM

I can't believe nobody has mentioned The Facts of Life or the Golden Girls, particularly as they (brilliantly!) represented the life stages of women that are getting the most airtime on the FB lately.

12-19-2003, 03:45 PM

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Originally posted by ABBAKiss
I never was really a fan of Britney, just her boobs. I am an Xtina fan though. Also Beyonce.

I like JT and his music (not all of it, but the Pharrel affected songs, for example). He is a talented person. I bet you just don't like his style. Say La Vee.

His music sounds like it was purposefully creatd to be jingles for cheezy ads. Liek for Bally's. doesnt sound like legit music. and that hgh pitched whining? what exactly is his talent?

Shape Shifter · 12-19-2003, 03:45 PM

Houston Metro has announced that it is naming its HQ, located along the new light rail line, after departing mayor Lee Brown. I supported the light rail initiative, but I am a little uncomfortable with the train pulling into the Brown Station. nttawwt, of course.

Aloha Mr. Learned Hand · 12-19-2003, 03:46 PM

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Originally posted by LessinSF
The side view angles look like we are giving Osama and his ilk the big finger. I like it.

True.

Pardon my attempt at humor given the subject matter, but in that case it might be mistaken for the headquarters of the New York City Cab Drivers Association...

12-19-2003, 03:47 PM

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Originally posted by Aloha Mr. Learned Hand
In answer to your question, Paigs, it appears she is still selling well by most standards, but is probably selling less of her new album than its predecessors...

The current Billboard 200 Album Chart lists her new CD at #10 after 4 weeks, down from #7 last week. It also notes that the album has been certified double platinum already (2 million sold).

As for the rest of the list, well, let's just say for the most part it does not bode well for the current state of popular music...

1. Ruben Studdard
2. Alicia Keys
3. Now! That's What I Call Music 14
4. Toby Keith
5. Josh Groban
6. Outkast (6 million copies + sold)
7. Rod Stewart
8. Hilary Duff
9. Sheryl Crow
10. Britney
11. Clay Aiken

Good god, I only recognize 1, 2, 6. 9-11. I love Sheryl Crow more than any womanb alive and did not know she had a new album. Where is the oversaturation of marketing? Hell I didnt know Ruben had an album. Any good.?

Aloha Mr. Learned Hand · 12-19-2003, 03:47 PM

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Originally posted by Shape Shifter
Houston Metro has announced that it is naming its HQ, located along the new light rail line, after departing mayor Lee Brown. I supported the light rail initiative, but I am a little uncomfortable with the train pulling into the Brown Station. nttawwt, of course.

Could have been worse... At least it wasn't a tunnel.

Colymbosathon ecplecticos · 12-19-2003, 03:47 PM

Purse Junkie: Freedom Tower

sebastian_dangerfield: World Trade Center Tower One

LessinSF: The big finger.

I think we have a winner!

Aloha Mr. Learned Hand · 12-19-2003, 03:49 PM

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Originally posted by paigowprincess
Good god, I only recognize 1, 2, 6. 9-11. I love Sheryl Crow more than any womanb alive and did not know she had a new album. Where is the oversaturation of marketing? Hell I didnt know Ruben had an album. Any good.?

The Sheryl Crow entry is a greatest hits package, IIRC.

notcasesensitive · 12-19-2003, 03:49 PM

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Originally posted by str8outavannuys
Sign that I'm truly spending too much time on these boards. I had a dream last night that I was changing planes in DFW, and thought to myself, in my dream, hey, I should check and see if NCS or Shape Shifter or any of the other Texas folk have time for a beer.

I'd likely have time for a beer for any FBers passing through DFW. For future non-dream reference. If I had to pick an airport to dream about, it would not be DFW. No offence.