Another weekend is in the books – so how was yours? What did you do? Did you watch Felix Baumgartner’s jump? What did you think?
We had a lot of ballroom dance time: two regular dances (one was a celebration party for one of our instructors) and afternoon workshop. I also removed some leaves from the front yard with the hopes that some rain is on the way.
The Reds unexpected demise from the baseball playoffs was one thing – but Cincinnati losing to winless Cleveland was a lousy way to win the week. On the other hand, my two college teams beat Miami U in consecutive weeks, so at least I had one sport’s smile.
Several notes about the week ahead. With the second U.S. presidential debate approaching, I hope to have another post of questions that won’t be asked. Also, during the actual debate, I will post an important announcement.
As I mentioned Friday, our handbell choir rang for the first time this season, and successfully delivered a pleasant piece. (Click to hear.) Meanwhile, for your Monday Morning Entertainment, some handbell choirs find time to venture down a different path. Enjoy, and have a good week.
A Frank Angle 
Love the clip. They’re really getting into it. That’s not what I would expect from a handbell choir. Glad you found time to dance xx
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What did I do? Cleaned leaves out of my drainage ditches, then spent this evening tying down my house so it doesn’t blow away! 😯
(Yeah, I just got the whole leisure time thing nailed, don’t I? 😉 )
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John,
No kidding … Gutters last weekend … ditches this past weekend. Wow! Thanks for sharing your excitement. PS: Important email sent.
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That’s hilarious — Poker Face on hand bells with the musicians all looking Gaga-esque!
I didn’t watch Baumgartner’s jump, but that’s quite an original way to shill Red Bull.
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Lame,
Cheers that I was able to start your week with a laugh. Have a good week and thanks for stopping by.
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A great way to ring in Monday, the best day of the week!? Weekend filled with family and friends. It was raining in Vancouver so we all headed down to the coffee shops. I didn’t watch Baumgartner’s jump either – I’m afraid of heights!!!
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Clan,
Raining in Vancouver … now there something unusual. 😉 …. So when will it end? …. May 2013? 😉 Good reason for not watching Baumgartner! Thanks for sharing your weekend!
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Sounds like a good weekend has passed and you are going to get to ask those questions one day… do you think any of the candidates would answer you..???
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Bulldog
In terms of the candidate questions, of course I would ask them in my debate format … see this! https://afrankangle.wordpress.com/2012/10/01/on-debates-2012/ Have a good week and thanks for commenting.
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Love the clip…I guess my Monday is officially started now! Have a good week.
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TBM,
The week has started, so have a great one! Thanks for commenting.
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That was brilliant!
I’m lucky that I don’t get in till noon, so I can extend my weekend a little longer.
Have a good week.
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Doggy,
Welcome first-timer commenter! The is a typical Monday post, and one never knows what entertainment appears to jump start the week. As the categories show, this blog is all over the place with topics, so feel free to return anytime. Thanks for visiting my little corner of the world.
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Thanks for the little video … great to watch and lovely to listen too – brought a big smile to my rainy Monday too. We should ring in every day really.
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Viveka!!!!,
I was just wondering if you had returned from your trip? …Glad you enjoy this, and thanks for stopping by!
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Frank, my trip isn’t until the end of November. Have been working on a project for my friends and been under the duvet with a bad cold – back in full swing now.
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For some reason, I was thinking you also traveled to work on the project. Thanks for setting me straight.
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With my Swenglish … is it easy to get things wrong *smile
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Your Swenglish is many times greater than my Swedish!
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More home improvement for me….ugggh
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Hansi,
I look forward to your own renovation show! Thanks for checking in!
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Finally a handbell choir playing a song I know.
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Greatsy,
LOL … There is so much handbell music out there, I’m sure there is plenty that your ear knows. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
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Forget my weekend — my head is spinning now trying to imagine what announcement you know now, but don’t want to post until the debate……
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Twixt,
Oh my … besides looking forward to the announcement during the debate, here’s one – You are mentioned in my next post (hopefully published around 9 pm tonight. Thanks for commenting.
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Glad you had a few moments to make you smile this weekend. We went to see and hear the Elk bugeling this weekend. I’ve been looking forward to going. We went last year and it was really fun to be able to see the Elk so close up. I enjoyed the video that was a lot of blond hair I wonder what other songs they could do?
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Starla,
Running late … thus not over to your latest post yet. Glad you enjoyed the elks because I know you were looking forward to the occasion. Meanwhile, I’m not sure what choir did this Lady Gaga bit, but it was funny. Thanks for commenting.
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Good Morning Frank No Worries. I think this choir opened the box all kind of parades could be done. ALthough now that I think about I do like the traditional Bell Choir.
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Starla,
I’m sure there are choirs that go outside the box, but this one really caught my eye. But I’m with you, although I enjoy the uniqueness, I still appreciate the traditional approach. Then again, a traditional approach does include a wide range of music! Thanks for commenting.
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Nice video clip. Looking forward to your next take on politics. I have something biting me too, but I’ll leave until after tomorrow. (bulding up the anticipation!)
As for Felix Baumgartner, did he jump or did he fall? I watched a video but couldn’t get excited about it. Hell I can create a sonic boom siting on the sofa!
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Fasab,
Heads up … you are mentioned in my next post! Glad you enjoyed the video … and thanks for sharing the one on Baumgartner.
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Wow, talk about building up the anticipation 😛
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Hey, at least YOU are getting mentioned… 😉
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🙂
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(Sniff.) And here I thought Frank and I were friends… 😦 (Turns away, sobbing…)
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Hey John … relax … you get mentioned in the next post too!
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Oh … hey, no problem, you know it was all in jest! I wasn’t worried for a moment. (Leaps to his feet doing his “happy” dance.) 😉
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Should be published within the hour.
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So, is that within the eight o’clock hour, within 60 minutes, within the 9 o’clock hour,…….
Yeah, yeah, I know – SHUT UP and let you actually DO the post. 😀
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I know, I know. Let not your heart be troubled. Look, I’m doing it too!!!
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Ah yes … the Fasab jig.
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Hmm. I had a fasab jig once. Dang thing never DID cut a straight line! 😉
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Love the clip, Frank… I recognised the tune as soon as I heard the first note! A good start to the week!
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Tom,
A recognizable song indeed … and I was surprised to stumble across a handbell version! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for commenting.
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I had no idea bell ringers were so funny. That’s awesome. I’m sorry about the Reds, Frank. I thought of you when I found out who won the series. My Yankees are in the process of giving the ALCS to the Tigers, which is pretty vexing. I watched Felix Baumgartner too, I was a nervous wreck during the whole thing. But how cool is it that the guy relaying the checklist to him was his hero, Joseph Kittinger???
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Weebs,
Those type of bell ringing routines are so unlike me, but I do enjoy seeing someone else go outside the box.
Many thanks for the sympathy regarding the Reds. It was hard … and the city is still feeling it … but hey – we look forward to 2013! BTW – the Yankees not getting an off day between the two series is another reason to hate Bud Selig!
I didn’t know that tidbit about Baumgartner and Kittinger – so thanks for sharing! …. and for commenting!!!
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PS: Weebs … forgot to tell you that you get a mention in the next post … well, not really the next one because it just went live.
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I must admit that the handbell choir isn’t the one I normally think of, but it’s great! Looking forward to the list of questions you have after tomorrow’s debate.
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Mail,
Welcome first-time commenter. On the questions, I will also have a link to the first set. Meanwhile, I will visit soon. Thanks for commenting and please return.
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Tell ya what, Frank, I did watch that jump, and I’m afraid I thought that Felix was a ding-a-ling. I swear to God, thought he was going to die.
Happy Monday, my friend.
Hugs,
Kathy
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Kathy,
I can imagine watching the jump was tough on the nerves. At least we can be thankful that all turned out well. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
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You guys are starting off at an awesome level! Your bell choir played one of my favorite hymns and I sang along with it while you played. My favorite reassuring line that helps me stay an optimist: “. . .let the weak say I am strong. . .give thanks!” Thank you, my friend. Your blog offers so much for so many, but I love the gifts you offer to the spirit and soul. 🙂
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E-Tom,
That arrangement of Give Thanks was fun to play. Although it wasn’t difficult, we did a good job with it musically. Now our November piece is a definite challenge. … Meanwhile, I give thanks for the Dalai Mama! Thanks for commenting.
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I also enjoyed the bell choir.
I loved last week’s vice- presidential debate and hope tomorrow’s debate will be as *sparkly*. Look forward to reading your summary.
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Rosie,
Glad you enjoyed the handbell video … but we didn’t play that one!
Meanwhile, I won’t be summarizing because odds are I won’t be watching. Although I have not watched any so far, I have provided links to the fact checking orgs for the real scoop.
Thanks for stopping by .. and make sure you come by for big announcement post during the debate. Thanks for stopping by.
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The video you shared is of people standing behind a table ringing bells – I though they were called a bell choir. I stand corrected – should I have called them hand bell players?
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🙂 … I understand … the song we played is on a link, and its a recording … and not crazy. 😉
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sorry I didn’t listen to the song on the link.
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Oh come on Rosie … it’s normal handbell music. 🙂
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I love Poker Face by bells! That had to be so much fun to play! I got a kick out of the one woman having a little trouble with her “droopy” blouse! And I also really love “Give Thanks”–it’s one of my favorites. I’ve never heard it before with handbells…beautiful! I’ll be on the road again during the debate, and I will listen…I’ll come home and hopefully I won’t have missed your announcement! 🙂
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Debra,
Woo hoo!!!! Someone who listened to Give Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. It wasn’t hard to play, but our interpretation of it made it better. Meanwhile, as before, I will be curious to read about your debate thoughts. Regarding my announcement, at least it will be posted once you get home. 🙂 Thanks for visiting.
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I spend lots of time trolling youtube for bell videos, and I had never seen this one. Good find!! Now I’m really curious who this group is…
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Derek,
Wow … I found this before you did? 😉 Definitely a different one! Nonetheless, glad you found it here. Thanks for stopping by and for the work on your blog!
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