Today, I drive to Hartford for an afternoon rehearsal and then back home again. Four hours, round-trip, in what increasingly looks like rain and thunderstorms. I’m leaving Dame Scout at home and my neighbor is going to look in on her. Since we have to travel together again a week from today, keeping her at home in her familiar surroundings seems like the best option.
I finished Act Two yesterday. Then I mowed the dog corral and the whole front yard.
After that, I collapsed.
This zinnia just opened. I planted it in one of our barrels by the Funky Patio. The colors are quite autumnal!
I did some editing on yesterday’s post as the day went on and I remembered more details. Beah Richards played Sidney Poitier’s mother in Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner and she and Don worked together in an episode of The Practice, not L.A. Law.
I also worked with Robert Hays, Don’s longtime friend, in a production of Mister Roberts at the Old Globe.
And I believe that Don worked with Elinor Donahue in an episode of Get A Life, starring Chris Elliott. It’s a very funny episode with Don playing a cop who always wants donuts. In that same episode was Chris’ father, Bob Elliott, of the comedy team, Bob and Ray.
Of course, not on the list are countless wonderful actors and actresses and directors that the general public wouldn’t necessarily recognize, but who are every bit as talented as the ones on I mentioned yesterday. They work in theaters throughout the country, on Broadway and off-Broadway. That list, my friends, is just as important to us as the one on the blog.
I received my pre-publication copy of Deborah Crombie’s newest book, To Dwell in Darkness, yesterday. Though I was already reading another book, I started it last night. One is on the Kindle, one is in hardcover. Since I was charging my Kindle, I used that as an excuse to start the Crombie.
Makes sense to me.
I’ll be reviewing it on this blog at the end of the month.
Okay. Have to jump in the shower and get ready for a long day.
Happy Thursday.
Have a safe trip, even though it is a long one.
Hugs,
Deb
Just got back home, Debbie.
Stay safe on today’s journey Claudia – hope Ms. Scout has dinner ready when you get back tonight, haha!
Seriously, hope she fares well – thankfully you have a great neighbor.
Today, being a sad one as we recall 13 years ago, will give us all plenty to think about.
Mary X
Scout didn’t have dinner ready. I had to order a pizza!
Stay safe in your traveling. Don’t work too hard.
Balisha
All done for the day, Balisha.
Save travels my friend! ;)
Thanks, Donnamae!
Drive Safely, Dear Friend! -Judy A-
Thank you, Judy!
Safe travels! Enjoy the scenic route.
No scenic route – the direct route on the interstate. It’s too long a day for the scenic route. Although it isn’t half bad.
Hope your trip and your day go well. I think the not well know actors are the one’s who make any movie, tv show or play really work. It takes all of them. Not that the stars aren’t great, but they alone don’t make a good show.
hugs,
Linda
I agree.
Claudia
Prayers and Safe travels for you!
I know Scout will be comfy at home.
Loved the list yesterday
I remember you told us about Robert Sean Louis – sometime back in Pygmalion – but that is theatre like you mentioned here. ;) pretty extensive list ; not to mention impressive!
Take care
Pat
Yes, I forgot to add his name to the list!
I do agree with Linda..It takes everyone involved to make a good show..not just the “star”..Have a safe trip my friend..
Thank you, Nancy!