ryyannon

The 1:1 Hermes Birkin bags are indeed Korean. Prices start at around $450.00 and up, depending on the type of leather. The legendary Francis Tse is the contact for these. Having told you this much, I'm afraid that I'll be obliged to.....

Thanks for the suggestion: a quick check on Google reveals that the whole Klipsch line is getting consistent 4-star rave-ratings from users... Looks like an interesting choice.

So if any of you hotshots found yourselves reduced to hooking up an off-the-shelf out-of-the-box 2.1 stereo system (two speakers and a sub-woofer + integrated amp) to your computer, what would you go for?

I don't like to have to think about what I put on in the morning - or whenever it is I get out of bed. Think simplicity and repetition. Basic winter uniform: cashmere turtlenecks with Levi 501s. Tweed or cashmere-blend sportsjacket. In summer: black tee-shirt (or occasionally a black silk shirt) the 501s, a cream or black linen sportsjacket, mocassins with no socks. Lots of stuff I never wear. Have been known to buy a pair of shoes and only put them on ten years later..... Brands don't matter. Style does. Dressing well is not a matter of money.

Excuse the momentary digression (off) off-topic, but who's the pretty woman, leitztozeiss?

A wise answer to a rather sily question, Nanuq. Wouldn't have expected anything less from you.... :-)

Quick, my Jetmid decoder ring!

I'd like to know how much of this happiness you feel is specifically related to conditions in the U.S. - and whether you think that you could have enjoyed the same life you're leading in Europe..... On second thought, and aside being a heavily-loaded question, I think I know the answer......

Many call, Few are chosen.

The Bin was a welcome - and necessary - break from the sometimes obsessive anality of the rest of the forum. There were great moments - and even greater laughs on it - at least for those who could occassionally forget the necessity of determining who was selling the best whatever or the micron of difference between one model and another.

Next step: Opening a beer bottle with a helicopter..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUvmPj9zU64 Ban-zai!

And I thought that I was losing it.... http://www.helis.com/sounds/ The neighbors are banging on the walls. Thanks guys...

This is really one for Miss Understood, but since she's been making herself scarce around here, let's ask Dr. Ryyannon: Although your lady-friend might like it, a protracted erection (which means more than several hours) can result in your never having a woodie again. If this should ever happen to you, take a cold shower immediately while your partner gets ready to take you to the nearest ER. For more info, Google the subject - or wait 'till Miss U. gets back....

Sticky balls....

Another powerful beauty for discerning listeners: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tet60lfx1yI

Personally, I love the looks of that Angelus movement.....

Knives are ok, but sticky balls is something I don't discuss in public.

My favorites is the Laguiole, a traditional hand-crafted knife from the southwest of France (mine has an ivory handle, made before the ban on such materials):

Yes, he's anchored profoundly in my soul - and has been since almost the beginning.... Speaking of 'Knockng' - I came across a beautiful version on the U-Tube last night and will try to find it again - incredible harmonica work by Dylan and a duet with either Tom Petty or Roger McGuinn (it was in the wee hours of the morning and things were getting blurry).... In the meantime, here's a very rare non-musical document: a silent black-and-white 58-second 'screen test' of Dylan by Andy Warhol, probably shot in late '64 or 1965. It's amazing what Dylan manages to project in those few instants - I've never seen anything quite like it.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vv8T9mIAh3o A truly sublime version of 'Heaven's Door' with Tom Petty: even slightly off-key, Dylans harmonica intro sounds majestic. By the time the song ends, we're all knocking on that Door.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odGFA4351fI Just listened again (and again).....in the same way that 'Like a Rolling Stone' is considered to be the greatest Rock song ever written, I wonder if this isn't the definitive 'Great American Song'....?

Deserve favor. Still blows me away after all these years.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbnqbIUJcY0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DS063a6DNtU

I'm thinking that it's soon getting time for a Paris GTG, Pug....

Maybe they're angry about being used as watchstraps....

Hey, whatever you paid, I sure hope you didn't buy it off of THIS guy! He used to hang out on the old RWG forum but I haven't seen him around for a while. Boy, could I ever tell you some stories about Craaaaazysalesman and his red-hot, smokin' fax machine..... :-)

The files are actually of Kate Smith and Ethel Merman clearing their respective throats before a concert, but they do sound exactly like a pair of Rivas flexing their HP.... Your memories of the Lago sound wonderful - it's a magical place..

For your listening pleasure: Riva V8 & V12 sound files :-) click here to download aquarama.wav click here to download riva.v12.wav