Once again reviewers have led us astray. When Beverly Hill Chihuahua came out, we heard great things about it and how funny it was. What a stinker! It was too painful to even watch all the way through. It was beyond stupid. If we had very small children, we could have forced our way through it, but we don't, so we hit the "Next" button and watched some old Numb3rs episodes that Netflix also sent.
We thought, briefly, about paying full price and heading to Jazz Alley, but it would have been 45 bucks for the two of us without the drink minimum. That's just too much right now. We'll go on Monday when it's a cheap night to see the competitors in the Kobe competition. Every year, singers from Seattle compete to win a place in the Kobe, Japan competition. Last year was amazing. There was a singer who was still in high school, and we thought she was better than some headliners we've heard. She was fantastic. Anyway, we'll get a night out together then.
This weekend is shaping up to be a busy one. Saturday, we'll be in Kirkland where we'll make dinner and finish the D&D game that we started with a couple of friends of ours. Sunday, we'll have dinner with friends we haven't seen in a long time at their beautiful place in the city. Then, Monday, I'll turn in my computer, have my last free espresso, and go out to lunch with friends from work. Tuesday, I think I'll collapse!
Speaking of which, early to bed...
Showing posts with label theater. Show all posts
Showing posts with label theater. Show all posts
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Potluck goodbye
They had a potluck for a farewell party of sorts at work today. My time is winding down quickly now, and I will soon (Monday) be handing in my PC and all connection to GE Healthcare. I will miss those folks - best group since CTS way back when.
Re-taking my web services certification class so I can finally take the test. Should have done it when I first went through the course, but of course I was too busy with work to take care of myself. I sure have the time for that now, though, huh?
I was hoping to get half-priced tickets for Kenny Rankin tonight, but our half-priced ticket place looks like it went out of business. What a bummer! Of all times when a service like that would be greatly appreciated, given the economic downturn, and it had to go out of business. What a bummer. On the bright side, Netflix did send us a copy of Beverly Hills Chihuahua, so we may just have a cozy dinner and movie night instead of a date out. We'll see when my DH gets to the city tonight whether we want to make the jump to full price tickets or just stay home.
The gas is still off in my building. There's a leak somewhere - they think on my floor - so we're having to get creative with cooking. No gas range, and the oven is supposedly dual fuel, so we may be able to broil, but I'm not sure. So, we're planning to put on our parkas and bbq for the first time this season and I'll use the electric oven (no broil) that I have for steaming veggies.
The PSE inspector is supposed to come by tomorrow, but it could be Friday, depending upon schedules. Just a bit of annoyance - nothing tragic.
Well, back to study. Have to do something so that next week isn't a complete freak out. Monday is the last day at work, and the first serious day of my new journey.
Re-taking my web services certification class so I can finally take the test. Should have done it when I first went through the course, but of course I was too busy with work to take care of myself. I sure have the time for that now, though, huh?
I was hoping to get half-priced tickets for Kenny Rankin tonight, but our half-priced ticket place looks like it went out of business. What a bummer! Of all times when a service like that would be greatly appreciated, given the economic downturn, and it had to go out of business. What a bummer. On the bright side, Netflix did send us a copy of Beverly Hills Chihuahua, so we may just have a cozy dinner and movie night instead of a date out. We'll see when my DH gets to the city tonight whether we want to make the jump to full price tickets or just stay home.
The gas is still off in my building. There's a leak somewhere - they think on my floor - so we're having to get creative with cooking. No gas range, and the oven is supposedly dual fuel, so we may be able to broil, but I'm not sure. So, we're planning to put on our parkas and bbq for the first time this season and I'll use the electric oven (no broil) that I have for steaming veggies.
The PSE inspector is supposed to come by tomorrow, but it could be Friday, depending upon schedules. Just a bit of annoyance - nothing tragic.
Well, back to study. Have to do something so that next week isn't a complete freak out. Monday is the last day at work, and the first serious day of my new journey.
Monday, November 17, 2008
License to Kill
Had a fabulous weekend, which included a trip to the Cinerama to see Quantum of Solace. What a blast! It had more of a feeling of the Bourne movies - but Bond wasn't distrusted for too long, so I could handle it. I have a hard time when good people are misunderstood as bad guys, and can only handle it for short periods. Once M was back on Bond's side, the movie just rocked for me. I haven't been this excited about Bond since Sean Connery had the role. Daniel Craig is so very different, but I like that he's more gritty and earthy (while still looking wonderfully hot in a tuxedo). That was just wonderful!
We also went to see The Drowsy Chaperone at the 5th Ave Theater. What a funny, entertaining play! Sorry I didn't get to see it before the end of the run because it would be worth your while to check it out. The staging, acting, singing (except for 1 male lead who was a tad weak in both voice and footwork) were fantastic, and I can understand why it was such a hit on Broadway.
After the play, we strolled down to the Pike Place Market looking for a nosh and a cocktail. We were going to go somewhere on the passport card, but Place Pigalle (http://www.placepigalle-seattle.com/) caught our eye, and that was all she wrote. We read the menu and had to go in and watch the sunset...appetizers led to cocktails... led to dinner...Oh, well. There's nothing like living in denial. Neither of us could afford the extravagance, but neither of us could resist the sheer pleasure of every bite of their exquisite food. A Lillet blanc, roasted beet salad, a pinot noir from the Willamette Valley, a bouliabase filled with fresh seafood - and my DH had the duck that was so tender, he had the leftovers the next day and said that it even seemed MORE tender on Sunday than it was on Saturday night. What a fabulous evening.
Sunday night, I thought we were going to have rabbit, since my DH bought some fresh rabbit at the market, but he planned on taking that to our suburban place to experiment with one of Lidia Bastianich's (http://www.lidiasitaly.com/) recipes from her TV show. So, I threw together a stir fry of fennel, onion, fresh organic carrots, bell pepper and mushrooms, and added chicken in for the protein. If I hadn't had so much wine with dinner, it might have been passable as a diet-friendly meal, but oh, no. I had to overdo. Nothing exceeds like excess, as they say. Oh, well. Today is a new day full of big plans for changing my obcessive behavior one day at a time.
We also went to see The Drowsy Chaperone at the 5th Ave Theater. What a funny, entertaining play! Sorry I didn't get to see it before the end of the run because it would be worth your while to check it out. The staging, acting, singing (except for 1 male lead who was a tad weak in both voice and footwork) were fantastic, and I can understand why it was such a hit on Broadway.
After the play, we strolled down to the Pike Place Market looking for a nosh and a cocktail. We were going to go somewhere on the passport card, but Place Pigalle (http://www.placepigalle-seattle.com/) caught our eye, and that was all she wrote. We read the menu and had to go in and watch the sunset...appetizers led to cocktails... led to dinner...Oh, well. There's nothing like living in denial. Neither of us could afford the extravagance, but neither of us could resist the sheer pleasure of every bite of their exquisite food. A Lillet blanc, roasted beet salad, a pinot noir from the Willamette Valley, a bouliabase filled with fresh seafood - and my DH had the duck that was so tender, he had the leftovers the next day and said that it even seemed MORE tender on Sunday than it was on Saturday night. What a fabulous evening.
Sunday night, I thought we were going to have rabbit, since my DH bought some fresh rabbit at the market, but he planned on taking that to our suburban place to experiment with one of Lidia Bastianich's (http://www.lidiasitaly.com/) recipes from her TV show. So, I threw together a stir fry of fennel, onion, fresh organic carrots, bell pepper and mushrooms, and added chicken in for the protein. If I hadn't had so much wine with dinner, it might have been passable as a diet-friendly meal, but oh, no. I had to overdo. Nothing exceeds like excess, as they say. Oh, well. Today is a new day full of big plans for changing my obcessive behavior one day at a time.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Comedy and Dinner
Well, last night certainly made up for the theater disappointment last Sunday. We went to the Moore Theater and saw Ron White doing his latest show. He's filming a new special in Seattle, and this concert is part of that. He was outstanding! His old-style delivery, standing there with his cigar and a scotch just telling stories...wonderful. I'm just sorry it had to be on a Thursday night, because I'm awfully tired this morning!
Before the show we went to the Buenos Aires Grill (http://www.buenosairescuisine.com/). The food was superb! I had the filet mignon with sweet potato fries and grilled veggies. Mark had their Argentinian grill, which is basically a sample of all the meats they roast there. Since we were in an Argentinian restaurant, I had to try an Argentinian wine - it's a rule, right? It was a malbec-syrah, and delightful. My DH liked it, too - always a plus when we like the same wine. We had so many leftovers - there's just so much meat we could eat at one time! I think they have tango dancing some evenings. We'll have to see if we can make a date for one of those nights. This is definitely a restaurant we will want to visit again and again. And, it's on the passport card (http://www.passportunlimited.com/), which gives us a little bit of a break.
Altogether a wonderful evening.
Before the show we went to the Buenos Aires Grill (http://www.buenosairescuisine.com/). The food was superb! I had the filet mignon with sweet potato fries and grilled veggies. Mark had their Argentinian grill, which is basically a sample of all the meats they roast there. Since we were in an Argentinian restaurant, I had to try an Argentinian wine - it's a rule, right? It was a malbec-syrah, and delightful. My DH liked it, too - always a plus when we like the same wine. We had so many leftovers - there's just so much meat we could eat at one time! I think they have tango dancing some evenings. We'll have to see if we can make a date for one of those nights. This is definitely a restaurant we will want to visit again and again. And, it's on the passport card (http://www.passportunlimited.com/), which gives us a little bit of a break.
Altogether a wonderful evening.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Holding my breath
Well, I voted. Walked down to the King County Admin building and put my vote in the box. Now I just have to wait to find out if I have gotten my country back or not.
We're having a big charity blitz at work right now called iCare, but it's for the United Fund, which is national. If I get my country back, I'll contribute, otherwise, my charity dollars stay in Washington. In spite of rossi's hate campaign (lower-case name is purposeful), I still think that enough of Washington realizes how effective and responsible Chris Gregoire has been, so I have more faith in the intellegence of Washingtonians than I do in that of the rest of the country. When it comes to the executive office, I'm still holding my breath.
On a purely bright note, the Seattle Rep is not only offering a pay-what-you-can performance of the wonderful The Three Musketeers on Halloween, but you even get a free drink if you come in costume! If we weren't booked with recreating Snape's classroom, I'd go and see it again! Huzzah!
The picture is of a Tglinkit leader who came on board to talk with us on our cruise. He said that the two white feathers represent coming in peace, but if he came with only one - look out!
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Dinner and Theater
I was sick for a solid 5 days, but I want to get this down before I forget.
We went out to one of the FareStart Thursday Night Guest Chef nights. The chef was from Bengodi, and I thought the food was spectacular, and well-portioned. My DH thought everything needed salt, but was pleased, too, I think. I like going to FareStart(http://www.farestart.org/index.html) because I admire their contribution to the community by training people in the food service industry so that they can get jobs and get out of the cycle of homelessness. So it was good for the palate and soul at the same time.
Then we went to see Spring Awakenings at the Paramount Theater. The music had a Rent-like rock-and-roll sound that I liked, but the story was more like a tragic opera - incest, child abuse, a woman who'd rather see her daughter dead than pregnant, forcing her to have an abortion. Sound like a fun night out? It was a very strange experience, but the tickets were partially a donation to the Seattle Mens' Chorus, so I just bought them without researching the play. Not that it would have mattered. I'd have gone anyway. My poor DH! I think he really disliked it.
Sunday we saw some outstanding theater at the Seattle Rep - The Night Watcher. Charlayne Woodard is a marvelous storyteller. I think she gets better with every performance. This is the 3rd or 4th we've seen, and we've loved everything she's done. It's a cohesive performance of a series of stories about the children in her life, though she does not have any children of her own. In the discussion with Charlayne Woodard following the performance, she said that the question of why, even though she has such profound relationships with other children, why she chose not to have any of her own, was very important in the play's development. You can see that thread through the stories, and I think it does enrich the experience of this theater piece. It is one of the best things I've seen this year.
Next theater experience will be The Three Musketeers, also at the Seattle Rep. I love that story, and am looking forward to the show. Dangerous having high expectations, but I just can't help myself! We'll be heading there with friends, and I'm guessing we'll probably head somewhere for dinner, so there'll be more dinner/theater comments coming soon!
This picture is of our hotel in Ptuj, Slovenia.
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