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This is the continuation of last week’s “gleanings.” Once again, I hasten to thank our correspondents for their questions and comments and want only to say something on the matter of protocol. When I receive private letters, I refer to the writers as “our correspondents” because I cannot know whether they want to have their names bandied about in the media.
The first thing that hits your field of vision when surfing on to the Toto/Washlet site, http://www.cleanishappy.com/, is the row of bare buttocks with smileys drawn accross, which slowly evolves into the happy faces of three males and females. A mouse click on the first female on the left informs surfers - and toilet seat aficionados - all about a special washlet. Not just any washlet mind you but one that is neither a bidet or a fancy toilet and in the words of the manufacturer: "a pretty remarkable toilet seat."
Oh? This bares further investigation.
According to Ms Washlet 101, who relates all the information, the device is easily installed, on any toilet and uses pure clean water that uses and a "bunch of nifty technology."
Again, oh? One ponders the usage and definition of 'nifty technology.' Perhaps - just perhaps - it doubles as an entertainment centre or something similar. Then again, 'nifty technology' could also be extended to frying an egg or even a mobile device. Nifty is a tricky word!
Our host, Ms Washlet 101 goes on to relate that the way it works is simplicity personified. First-time users sit down and do what they came to do (quaint but succinct) and reach for the remote.
Oh? A remote?
Next the user selects the area to be washed presumably after the person does what they came to do, and with the push of the button, the washlet does the rest. A small wand located below the seat extends, and a gentle stream of warm water cleans you.
Oh happy days!
Nothing touches the user but water and the wand cleans itself automatically.
Is there no end to this modern marvel of technology?
Go figure that all of this is offered in what - your humble toilet seat! And most of us assume a toilet seat was strictly the means to an end.
Just little change of pace here. I've been getting more magazine work than ever before this year, and right now am working on a four page piece for the new Highlights magazine, High Five. I can't share any of the sketches/illustrations until the magazine comes out this November (the month of my birthday, a very nice present indeed!). Anyways, I love to watch movies while I work. Even if the movie has nothing to do with the subject I'm working on, it still inspires me. I guess the beauty of cinematography makes me view my books from a more cinematic point of view. Sometimes when I'm thinking of a scene I have to illustrate, I'll actually take an imaginary camera in my mind and move it around at all angles to find the best one. An illustrator can learn a lot about composition and timing from a quality film. Anyways, one movie that I just can't seem to stop watching is "Casino Royale". The lead actor, Daniel Craig is absolutely brilliant and just perfect for the part. I'm glad too, because there were some mindless fools bashing the poor fella when it was revealed that he would be the new Bond. Well, I guess he showed them, and then some! I can't get enough of the soundtrack tune "You Know My Name" either. It's written and performed by Chris Cornell from Soundgarden:
6 Comments on The Name is Bond, James Bond, last added: 4/20/2007
Yeah, I love the theme song from this flick too! Daniel Craig did a great job in the part. I have to admit, I wouldn't have been disappointed if Gerard Butler had been given the opportunity. hubba hubba. ;o) Still Craig was great. Can't wait til the next one comes out.
Paige Keiser said, on 4/14/2007 10:11:00 AM
Hmmm who is this Gerard Butler, Rozzie?;0) I'm going to have to do a little google image search to check him out. He can't possibly be more handsome than Craig.
Yeah I can't wait for the 2nd movie. With that and Harry potter book/movie coming out in the months to come I'm going to be a very happy camper!
(Just loved the new bond film - the best of the lot for me. I'm so glad he showed the narrow-mindd critics the door with the fab job he did too.)
I've nominated you for the 'Thinking Blogger Award' Paige... check it out at: http://www.thethinkingblog.com/2007/02/thinking-blogger-awards_11.html
My list, with you in it is, on my Finding Water Diary Blog.
Great stuff here on your blog, so enjoy it. Hard to choose a favourite... I liked: Art Critic Be-Gone, Brave, Easter and Oh Dear, especially, but they are all lovely. Hope you are feeling a bit perkier, E
Paige Keiser said, on 4/17/2007 6:36:00 PM
Oh neat!! How cool is that! Thank you Elizabeth!
hilskie said, on 4/19/2007 10:45:00 PM
James Bond movies are the kind of movies that no matter where it's at in the film, I'll stop and watch.
This movie was sooo good! I got to go see it with a bunch of guys...it was great! So far, I've liked every movie I have seen Daniel Craig in. Easy on the eyes...probably has NOTHING to do with it. ;)
Paige Keiser said, on 4/19/2007 10:48:00 PM
He's only the most gorgeous man on earth...:-D lol!
It was great playing Halo with you tonight Hilskie!! Fun times :0)
I really like this style from you!