Ballard Street by Jerry Van Amerongen for June 20, 2012

  1. Pirate63
    Linguist  over 12 years ago

    Smitty caught Ernie working on the Future Sheriffs MonkeyBlues campaign float. That wouldn’t have been too bad but Ernie was doing the job for yak milk and banana bread. He knew Smitty only accepted MasterCard and cowbells.

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    x_Tech  over 12 years ago

    I’d make a crack about Ernie, butt it would probably be in poor taste.

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  3. Pirate63
    Linguist  over 12 years ago

    Feel free to express yourself in whatever musical genre tickles your creative fancy. We are all – with the exception of Gladys Crabapple – pretty catholic ( small c ) in our tastes in music. Enjoy your new digs. If the Conch House deal goes through, we’ll be neighbors.

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  4. Pirate63
    Linguist  over 12 years ago

    While the Ballard Street Irregulars keep the peace, I’m going to get some well earned sleep. See you all later.

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    StelBel  over 12 years ago

    Good morning! I’ve pulled all the shades down in the house and closed the windows, to try to keep some cool air inside. I feel like I’m in a cave! We’re trying to hold off putting the A/C’s on til at least noon, but I think it’ll be earlier! Predicted heat index is 104˚! Keep cool! You in your cellar and me in my cave! lol

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    StelBel  over 12 years ago

    I read last night’s posts. Thanks for the info re: large monitor and also “poisoned searches”. The guy at the computer repair shop said that the infection was most likely not a part of the photo, but attached looking for a smooth route elsewhere. When I clicked on it to use it, it followed the photo to my laptop. (I think that’s basically how he explained it.) It really is the luck of the draw, but 3 times in a year and a half??? Ernie remarked that I’d better not even think of going to the casino with that kind of luck!I forwarded your posts to him. We both have found all the info that everyone has shared with us extremely helpful. Thank you for the article and also for the monitor suggestion, which sounded really good (until I read how it was confusing you , I’m thinking then it would make me totally loony! lol Yet, it still intrigues me…)

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    Larry Miller Premium Member over 12 years ago

    But Bert’s doing ok there?Redkaycei Repoc, so are you just a singer in a rock and roll band?

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    StelBel  over 12 years ago

    @ Redkaycei Repoc

    The owner of the Piano House, who prefers to remain anonymous (Smitty Smith, the garage owner) is still having reservations regarding selling the house, but is willing to lease it. He is independently wealthy (which begs the question: why did he have to give Ernie the boot?) and quite civic-minded, so asks that you be willing to give a series of free summer concerts at the Egg House square.Keep in mind that the Piano House does have a state-of-the-art, fully equipped recording studio and an extensive collection of cowbells. (I wonder if Smitty’ hoarding of cowbells is the cause of the cowbell shortage?)I need to respond by the end of business tomorrow, so do consider his generous offer.

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    StelBel  over 12 years ago

    Between you and I, I think the owner, who shall remain anonymous (Smitty), just needs to become accustomed to the idea of someone else living there — especially another music lover! Be patient! I’m sure he’ll come around.And…..think of that incredible cowbell collection! My, oh my….do not lose out on this!!!

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    REDROCKER51  over 12 years ago

    ummmmm thank you…VH1 Classic panel…….meanwhile, back at the comic…….the dude is getting thrown out because he was .." cracking " up…….LOL

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  11. Pirate63
    Linguist  over 12 years ago

    No,no,no. He keeps my 1938 Cord 812 Supercharged Phaeton running like a top.Besides, he has the best selection of bootleg… er.. little known brands of rums on Ballard Street.

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    Farside99  over 2 years ago

    Well, when Ernie started greasing the carburetor of Linguist’s Cord, that was the last straw for Smitty. Although Ernie is his brother-in-law, there are some customers who you just don’t want to upset. Anyone who owns a 1938 Cord 812 Supercharged Phaeton must be rolling in dough, and that’s the kind of customer you need to be able to hang on to. Besides, Smitty loves to take it for a test drive…often.

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    Dry and Dusty Premium Member over 2 years ago

    Good morning Balladeers, (((((Plods))))) and Miss Susan!

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    Plods with ...™  over 2 years ago

    That’s the last time he’ll be using his tools without asking.

    What’s in store for the tiny duo? Stay tooned.

    Happy Monday, Cleophanatics!

    National Turkey Lovers Month and American Eagle Day

    Ben Franklin’s choice gets a month and the winner gets his day. (((((HuGz!)))))

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    Dry and Dusty Premium Member over 2 years ago

    Hi Plods!

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