I watched all 7 episodes yesterday. Thank you for the recommendation (I think) LOL.

The sets, costumes and overall filming were spectacular and the story was engrossing. Loved the opening line, "Vanity Fair, a world where everyone is striving for what is not worth having". Now to get something done today.

I have not started the new season of Grace and Frankie yet but plan to soon.

Homecoming is weird but uncomfortably believable. The cynic in me guessed exactly what they were up to early on.

Loved Mrs. Maisel and her clothes.

Shameless confession: I have a shameless addiction to Shameless. Sometimes it is so raunchy it makes me cringe, and I thought the writing was getting a little lazy last season, but I can't resist wanting to check in to see how the Gallaghers are doing. William Macy, as Frank, is a terrible person, but fun to watch.

I think it is back on Showtime now, but we don't have Showtime. Might have to get it. Shameless brings out the prude in me sometimes but that does not stop me. (sigh) I guess that makes me shameless.

I think the old seasons are on Netflix.

I liked the earlier seasons better than the last one. But I will probably shamelessly, eventually subscribe to Showtime for a while to get the season that just started.

If you go to TOTV's Search and type in the word Shameless and ask it to search Threads Only, you will find 2 old threads that talk about the show. -- I had never heard of the show before reading about it here. -- Yes. (sigh) It was the OPs who started those threads who led me down the Shameless path. (blush)

"Wild Oats" is a movie I just found on Netflix. It has Shirley MacLaine and Jessica Lang and that guy who was Dr. Johnny Fever on WKRP whose real name escapes me right now.

It is a sweet, light movie about people in later life.

The plot is unrealistic, but I did not care. It kept me amused for an hour and a half -- a bowl of popcorn, and a little red wine -- the perfect movie length for me. Some funny dialogue and some relatable moments.

It is a movie like "Boynton Beach Club" and "Quartet."

I thought maybe some of you might like this movie, too.

Oh my! I just got a J. Peterman catalog and I can’t stop reading that hilariously over-the-top prose that is their trademark copy.

Remember, that was the guy parodied on Seinfeld. He was Elaine’s boss and he talked just like the catalog copy. Tickled the heck outa me.

I have never bought anything from J. Peterman. But I think I just might do that.

Has anyone here ever bought from J. Peterman?

If so, how is the quality and how are the sizes?

Is a 12 a 12 or is it a 16 or a 10?

(You know how it goes with sizes. Every clothing manufacturer does its thing — and then there is Chico’s — where you have to break their code. For years I was afraid to try anything on in Chico’s, fled the scene quickly, because I thought Chico’s was for sizes 1 and 2 only. I always thought that was a dumb marketing scheme but I guess it works for them.)

As far as quality goes, when I was still working, Coldwater Creek was my go to and then something changed with them and their fabrics and soon the stores went away. I still cannot part with some of my old Coldwater Creek jackets.

Anyway, anybody? Any advice on J. Peterman?

A question for knitters: Do any dry cleaners in the area block knitted items? I was given a beautiful hand-knitted scarf, but it is not blocked and basically rolls into a long tube. Years ago you could have knits blocked at the cleaner's.

Love the topics! Thanks for starting this. We're still in VA; moving to TV next week, DeSoto! Can barely wait. I envision living in sandals and therefore want pedicures. Need recommendations for pedicure, hopefully south of 466A. Thanks, ladies. : )

I think the new Angela's is in Trailwinds.

Hey Boomer, I have never heard of J. Peterman's, but I just looked at their catalog and some of their dresses look really interesting. Did you see the 1927 Beaded flapper dress # 2924.

As for Chico's - weird sizing. But, I had a great experience in there ... I was hunting through the racks and this lovely lady came up and said "There is nothing in here that would fit you dear, this is a fat ladies store" She obviously needed her eyes checked, but did I feel good for just a short while.

My go to store is Anne Taylor. I LOVE her stuff, and their sales are incredible. Right now she is unloading last year's dresses for about $30 to $40.

I also like the clothing in Soft Surroundings, under Katie Belles, but you have to be 8ft tall and built like a string bean to wear their styles. I used to really like Talbots, my go to place for business clothes when I was working, but they are quite awful now. My husband calls them Tall Butts ..... He's a prince :icon_wink:

You could block the scarf yourself, CFrance. Soft somewhat cool steam iron and a sheet between the scarf and iron. Let it cool. If it still does not hold the shape then apply a mild starch (water with a bit of flour) or spray starch very lightly. We used this method on very delicate lace doilies which my mother and I used to crochet.

I would not use starch/flour in blocking your scarf particularly if you don't know what the fiber content is. I've always used "Magic Sizing" or a light spray starch when ironing doilies, napkins, etc. if needed (cotton only).

Regarding your scarf . . . wet it or I guess I should say dampen it. Just so it is not soaking wet is okay, but it should be wet. Place it on a towel that is large enough to accommodate the size of your scarf. Shape it. Pull it gently to shape if necessary. If it will not hold the shape you've put it in, pin it or clip it to the towel so when it dries, it will still hold the shape. Use only stainless or plastic pins or clips.

This method should work. Good luck!

Advice of Midnight sounds good, in the old country we had to improvise, no Magic Sizing.

I'm smiling.

No, I'm laughing! :1rotfl:
I'm not even sure Magic Sizing is still available in supermarkets!
I haven't bought it in a looooong time.

Thanks!

Reading this thread is like a breath of fresh air. The regular forum is great but I was wondering where most of the girls hang?

Can anybody join?

You already have!:a040:

Thank you, I was clumsy in some of my previous posts... until a TOTV never done social media. Now I feel I’m among friends.

On this particular thread, you are among friends. On other threads, you may be subjected toreplies that are not so nice.

Yes, I have noticed .... we have some strong ladies though when you hear Jaz or Midnight coming and one’s in their crosshairs
There is a comfort on this thread, I know if I have an issue I won’t be attacked for it.

This is a gentle group. Many dog lovers.

Me too!

I have a Polish Lowland Sheepdog and a Havanese.

I have to look up the Polish Sheepdog, I wonder if it’s a working breed? Havanese are the most adorable! How is their temperament? I had a Labrador retriever and a Welsh Terrier and now looking for either a Yorkie or a Westie, both are obdurate.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are herding dogs. At one time I had 3. They were great on sheep, loved lure coursing agility and freestyle. My Havanese is adorable He is 10 months and loves all dogs and people. He does grumbe (not snap or bite) if he doesn't like something. Extremely hard to house train.

It sounds like you like a challenge. My mother had a Hungarian puli, also a herding dog. Very, very loyal but only to the owner. Not overly sociable. Beautiful black corded fur. I made the mistake of trimming it a bit around the eyes so the dog could see better and mom said, “No, they need to be protected from too much light”.
I can’t imagine the exercise you need to give 3 herding dogs.

Are there any dog shows in TV?

Talk again soon, I hope.

Lots of dog shows in Ocala when the weather gets cooler.

Interested. Where would I get more information on the local dog shows?

Google Ocala dog shows or Gainesville dog shows. Both cities have huge dog clubs that put on many events. It will bbe months from now because it is way too ho show dogs.

Nails and Pedi
 

The girl who use to work at Walmart on 466 has left and I found out she now works at Sunshine Hair & Nails 17860 S.E. 109th Ave. suite 611 & 612 Summerfield,Fl. Her name is My and she is best nail tech I ever had, give her a call at 352 307 0099 and see for your self. Shaina

It's wonderful that you feel safe on this thread. :clap2: It's meant to be a friendly place.
You seem to be very knowledgeable about dog shows.
I assume you show your Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Do you also show your Havanese?

I have a golden doodle that was rehomed two years ago when he was seven months old.
The previous owners thought he was too exuberant; and he is a tad excitable when he meets new people.
He is very sweet tempered, loves everyone, and weighs 60 lbs.

I also have a yorkie/cairn terrier mix that I rescued via Max's Pet Connection.
Baxter is 3 1/2 and weighs ten lbs.
Doodle and Baxter are best friends, thanks to Doodle's sweet personality.

I posted a picture below, but it's upside down.
Sadly, being computer illiterate, I don't know how to correct it.

Hey Shaina, I see it's your first past. Welcome to TOTV and to Girl Talk. :welcome:

Dog Lady
 

I have loved dogs since I ws 7 years old. Always had them as family members not for competition. I always did fun things with them . In the 1990's I started going to Camp Gone to the Dogs in Vermont. It was known as a vacation for you and your dog. I bought the Camp in 2004 and ran it to 2014 and sold it. My Havanese Ziggy Stardust's sire is a Grand Champion and the dam was a Champion. He is neutered. I chose him because the breeder does 100% genetic testing on her dogs before breeding. I was amazed to finder her. She is an AKC Breeder of Merit and she lives in Summerfield, FL 11 miles from my house.

Havanese
 

I will message the poster.

Thank you for the information. This is the first time we have been without a dog, our last is my Avatar. We found her in the UK at an excellent Lab breeder. We were only allowed to have her because she did not have all her teeth and would not have been able to be bred in Europe because she was not perfect. Well, she was perfect enough for us and we miss her every day. We have tried to find an English female lab that is past her breeding years, but older dogs are highly prized and unless you know someone who knows someone they are almost impossible to find. My sons still live in NH and there are some great English Labs being bred there, but I don't want a puppy.

Again, thanks for your information.