Comments on: I’m on Vacation http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/ Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:26:55 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 By: Eric http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129798 Eric Thu, 16 Aug 2007 23:10:28 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129798 Was I the only one who heard the piece on NPR's Morning Edition featuring songs about the (ex-)planet Pluto and was flabbergasted that "I'm Your Moon" was not included? Was I the only one who heard the piece on NPR’s Morning Edition featuring songs about the (ex-)planet Pluto and was flabbergasted that “I’m Your Moon” was not included?

]]> By: rbl http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129707 rbl Thu, 16 Aug 2007 11:35:23 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129707 Order a swimming pool. You won't be disappointed, I promise. Order a swimming pool. You won’t be disappointed, I promise.

]]> By: Demetrius http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129576 Demetrius Wed, 15 Aug 2007 14:33:19 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129576 "Anyone?" I saw it! I was hoping JoCo would be Colbert's special musical guest and sing "That Spells DNA". ...but, no such luck! “Anyone?”

I saw it! I was hoping JoCo would be Colbert’s special musical guest and sing “That Spells DNA”. …but, no such luck!

]]> By: Eric Ginsberg http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129572 Eric Ginsberg Wed, 15 Aug 2007 14:11:24 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129572 I can't be the only one who saw last night's Colbert Report ripping off both JoCo's song and Len's art for "That Spells DNA". I just can't. Anyone? I can’t be the only one who saw last night’s Colbert Report ripping off both JoCo’s song and Len’s art for “That Spells DNA”. I just can’t. Anyone?

]]> By: Charlie North http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129394 Charlie North Tue, 14 Aug 2007 13:13:28 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129394 I've just got back from my hols and I tryed a Vodka Fizz, very nice! Recommened! C. I’ve just got back from my hols and I tryed a Vodka Fizz, very nice! Recommened! C.

]]> By: Eric Ginsberg http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129193 Eric Ginsberg Mon, 13 Aug 2007 01:13:38 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129193 <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/ericginsbergs_carrally/1094268636/" rel="nofollow">im in ur fanbase steelin ur fanz</a> im in ur fanbase steelin ur fanz

]]> By: Scott http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129045 Scott Sun, 12 Aug 2007 00:22:53 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129045 Rum Punch. Delicious and fruity. If that's the kind of thing you're into. Not that there's anything wrong with that. Rum Punch. Delicious and fruity. If that’s the kind of thing you’re into. Not that there’s anything wrong with that.

]]> By: Natascha http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129016 Natascha Sat, 11 Aug 2007 16:33:44 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-129016 I know you're on vacation, but when will the next PopSci pod cast be up??? Every time I "refresh" my podcasts I sit in anticipation hoping that the little orange swirly thing will pop up next to the PopSci line.... Alas, I've been disappointed repeatedly. *sob* I know you’re on vacation, but when will the next PopSci pod cast be up??? Every time I “refresh” my podcasts I sit in anticipation hoping that the little orange swirly thing will pop up next to the PopSci line…. Alas, I’ve been disappointed repeatedly. *sob*

]]> By: johnny http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128966 johnny Sat, 11 Aug 2007 06:39:25 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128966 Perfect for hot weather: a Karolina Krunk - Gin & Tonic with a shot of lemon juice and orange juice. Bonus: If you drink enough of them, the quinine in the tonic will help with any malaria you might catch. Cheers! Perfect for hot weather: a Karolina Krunk - Gin & Tonic with a shot of lemon juice and orange juice.

Bonus: If you drink enough of them, the quinine in the tonic will help with any malaria you might catch.

Cheers!

]]> By: Dave http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128920 Dave Fri, 10 Aug 2007 22:23:42 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128920 If you are still lounging around on a sandy type area at the moment and looking for cocktail suggestions, i've always been partial to amf's (adios mother fu****) looks fruity, but it gets the job done. by the way... i can't get enough of your music, pure genius. If you are still lounging around on a sandy type area at the moment and looking for cocktail suggestions, i’ve always been partial to amf’s (adios mother fu****) looks fruity, but it gets the job done. by the way… i can’t get enough of your music, pure genius.

]]> By: tang http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128894 tang Fri, 10 Aug 2007 18:54:09 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128894 I sugest having a pina colada. By the way, whats up with the missing podcasts? I really enjoy them. Well, have a nice trip. P.S. - aren't you supposed to be on the moon? I sugest having a pina colada. By the way, whats up with the missing podcasts? I really enjoy them. Well, have a nice trip.

P.S. - aren’t you supposed to be on the moon?

]]> By: Stacy http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128866 Stacy Fri, 10 Aug 2007 14:01:24 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128866 Definetly a Mojito! Definetly shouldn't be here.. disconnect right away.. and if Lobster = anywhere on the New England coastline right now.. sorry for the poor weather. We try to accomodate vacationers, but Mother nature just isn't cooperating this year. Definetly a Mojito! Definetly shouldn’t be here.. disconnect right away.. and if Lobster = anywhere on the New England coastline right now.. sorry for the poor weather. We try to accomodate vacationers, but Mother nature just isn’t cooperating this year.

]]> By: Dan http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128808 Dan Fri, 10 Aug 2007 04:22:00 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128808 I might possibly make a rap cover of one of JoCos songs... I might possibly make a rap cover of one of JoCos songs…

]]> By: Janet http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128786 Janet Fri, 10 Aug 2007 01:03:38 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128786 By the way, good job leaving NYC during the tornado season. Add ESP to your singer/songwriter resume. By the way, good job leaving NYC during the tornado season. Add ESP to your singer/songwriter resume.

]]> By: Paul http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128738 Paul Thu, 09 Aug 2007 16:27:35 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128738 I live pretty close to Margaritaville so I'm partial to those - but a rum & Coke will suffice as an alternative. For eats, try some conch fritters, a blackened grouper sandwich or some nice swordfish. Key Lime pie, PROPERLY made, has been known to make my toes curl... I live pretty close to Margaritaville so I’m partial to those - but a rum & Coke will suffice as an alternative. For eats, try some conch fritters, a blackened grouper sandwich or some nice swordfish. Key Lime pie, PROPERLY made, has been known to make my toes curl…

]]> By: Kathleen McGee http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128608 Kathleen McGee Wed, 08 Aug 2007 20:30:39 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128608 Try a Thai Mojito. I live in Maine, the land of lobsters, but when I visited NYC in June [my daughter lives in Brooklyn] we went to a place that served Thai Mojitos....amazing. These Thai mojitos had lychee nuts and lychee juice as well as lime and mint. I was setting up for an art show, one of the biggest in Maine, when one of your songs came on my neighbor's boom box. Amazing! [shop vac song]. We made fast friends. Try a Thai Mojito. I live in Maine, the land of lobsters, but when I visited NYC in June [my daughter lives in Brooklyn] we went to a place that served Thai Mojitos….amazing. These Thai mojitos had lychee nuts and lychee juice as well as lime and mint.

I was setting up for an art show, one of the biggest in Maine, when one of your songs came on my neighbor’s boom box. Amazing! [shop vac song]. We made fast friends.

]]> By: meg http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128455 meg Tue, 07 Aug 2007 23:38:04 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128455 A gin rickey always hits the spot! A gin rickey always hits the spot!

]]> By: Don http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128400 Don Tue, 07 Aug 2007 17:40:44 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128400 "Fixing" Previous commnet due to apparently including bad characters. while I have no specific suggestions on cocktails, I do recommend you visit http://www.drinkboy.com/ and learn every thing you might ever want to know about cocktails. “Fixing” Previous commnet due to apparently including bad characters.

while I have no specific suggestions on cocktails, I do recommend you visit http://www.drinkboy.com/ and learn every thing you might ever want to know about cocktails.

]]> By: Don http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128399 Don Tue, 07 Aug 2007 17:39:33 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128399 while I have no >specific while I have no >specific

]]> By: kathy http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128245 kathy Tue, 07 Aug 2007 01:15:48 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128245 grapefruit and campari. have a delicious time. grapefruit and campari. have a delicious time.

]]> By: JJ http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128161 JJ Mon, 06 Aug 2007 16:49:03 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128161 I'll second Hank's PBR recommendation, but if that's too low brow for ya, I suggest a mint julep. Like a mojito, but with bourbon! I’ll second Hank’s PBR recommendation, but if that’s too low brow for ya, I suggest a mint julep. Like a mojito, but with bourbon!

]]> By: Matt http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128101 Matt Mon, 06 Aug 2007 11:52:18 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128101 If you're going somewhere warm, see if they will do you a Pimms. Make sure there's lots of fruit in it. Refreshing and delicious. If you’re going somewhere warm, see if they will do you a Pimms. Make sure there’s lots of fruit in it. Refreshing and delicious.

]]> By: Gina http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128039 Gina Mon, 06 Aug 2007 03:59:47 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128039 I fourth the Mojito vote. So refreshing! Make sure it's made from scratch. Mixes are nasty. I fourth the Mojito vote. So refreshing! Make sure it’s made from scratch. Mixes are nasty.

]]> By: Luke M http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128018 Luke M Mon, 06 Aug 2007 01:44:36 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128018 Is it me, or does "eating the furry old lobster" sound filthy? Not that there's anything wrong with that. Is it me, or does “eating the furry old lobster” sound filthy? Not that there’s anything wrong with that.

]]> By: BobCat http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128016 BobCat Mon, 06 Aug 2007 01:33:43 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128016 Piña Colada, since you're on Cape Cod. Piña Colada, since you’re on Cape Cod.

]]> By: Justin http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128015 Justin Mon, 06 Aug 2007 01:26:52 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128015 If eating lobster happens to be code for "in Maine" and you're in need of ideas for places to go, let me know. If eating lobster happens to be code for “in Maine” and you’re in need of ideas for places to go, let me know.

]]> By: D.J. http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128007 D.J. Mon, 06 Aug 2007 00:46:19 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-128007 Have a great time! I know nothing at all about cocktails, except that Tom Cruise movie. I wouldn't go around having THAT on your vacation. ;) Have a great time! I know nothing at all about cocktails, except that Tom Cruise movie. I wouldn’t go around having THAT on your vacation. ;)

]]> By: Gle3nn http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127998 Gle3nn Sun, 05 Aug 2007 23:52:02 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127998 comas are a good way to disconnect from the world. comas are a good way to disconnect from the world.

]]> By: Steve http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127970 Steve Sun, 05 Aug 2007 21:21:10 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127970 Mojitos are a great way to enjoy a beachy-esque locale. They're also a great way to put yourself into a diabetic coma. Mojitos are a great way to enjoy a beachy-esque locale. They’re also a great way to put yourself into a diabetic coma.

]]> By: algae http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127946 algae Sun, 05 Aug 2007 18:39:40 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127946 This is desperately off-topic, but I'm very very happy that you added a Portland OR show. This is desperately off-topic, but I’m very very happy that you added a Portland OR show.

]]> By: manstraw http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127913 manstraw Sun, 05 Aug 2007 15:47:48 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127913 you know, I should say this. someone like you, who doesn't really 'go to work', but is so net connected has an obvious thing they should do. 1) you shouldn't be reading this. 2) you need to dis-co-nect. missing n notwithstanding, you'll get a real vacation if you don't have net access or a cell phone, or any of those techonology traps. it ain't the zombies that eat your brain. you know, I should say this. someone like you, who doesn’t really ‘go to work’, but is so net connected has an obvious thing they should do.

1) you shouldn’t be reading this.

2) you need to dis-co-nect. missing n notwithstanding, you’ll get a real vacation if you don’t have net access or a cell phone, or any of those techonology traps. it ain’t the zombies that eat your brain.

]]> By: Gle3nn http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127799 Gle3nn Sun, 05 Aug 2007 06:46:02 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127799 You're going to a beachy place so it is only fitting that you drink a "Sex On The Beach" it would be more appropriate if this was May. And you will never get hungry at the beach. When you need food, you can just eat from the sand which is there. Have fun. You’re going to a beachy place so it is only fitting that you drink a “Sex On The Beach” it would be more appropriate if this was May.
And you will never get hungry at the beach. When you need food, you can just eat from the sand which is there.
Have fun.

]]> By: Dan http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127798 Dan Sun, 05 Aug 2007 06:18:47 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127798 Enjoy the lobster.....lol Enjoy the lobster…..lol

]]> By: manstraw http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127785 manstraw Sun, 05 Aug 2007 04:55:10 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127785 Margaritas! And I thank you for seeking revenge those bastard *new* lobsters. Margaritas!

And I thank you for seeking revenge those bastard *new* lobsters.

]]> By: Luke M http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127775 Luke M Sun, 05 Aug 2007 03:18:33 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127775 By the way, our four-year-old loves singing "IKEA" -- hey, Garcia did a kids' record... By the way, our four-year-old loves singing “IKEA” — hey, Garcia did a kids’ record…

]]> By: Luke M http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127774 Luke M Sun, 05 Aug 2007 03:16:54 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127774 Vodka tonic with lime. Crisp. Or anything containing four or more fruit juices mixed with three or more liquors/liqueurs. Avoid drinks with "nudge nudge" type names. And beware the shell-sucking octopoids. We'll see you tan, rested and ready in S.F. this fall :) Vodka tonic with lime. Crisp. Or anything containing four or more fruit juices mixed with three or more liquors/liqueurs. Avoid drinks with “nudge nudge” type names. And beware the shell-sucking octopoids. We’ll see you tan, rested and ready in S.F. this fall :)

]]> By: Demetrius http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127764 Demetrius Sun, 05 Aug 2007 02:21:42 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127764 "delicious summer cocktail?" I can't think of anything more appropriate than a Zombie... Creme de Almond 1/2 oz. Rum, light 1 oz. Rum, overproof/151 proof 1/2 oz. Triple Sec 1/2 oz. Orange Juice 1 1/2 oz. Sour Mix 1 1/2 oz. Cherries/Maraschinos 1 whole Shake everything except the 151 rum in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a collins glass over ice and float the 151 on top. Garnish with a cherry. “delicious summer cocktail?”

I can’t think of anything more appropriate than a Zombie…

Creme de Almond 1/2 oz.
Rum, light 1 oz.
Rum, overproof/151 proof 1/2 oz.
Triple Sec 1/2 oz.
Orange Juice 1 1/2 oz.
Sour Mix 1 1/2 oz.
Cherries/Maraschinos 1 whole

Shake everything except the 151 rum in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a collins glass over ice and float the 151 on top. Garnish with a cherry.

]]> By: Roman Verzub http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127759 Roman Verzub Sun, 05 Aug 2007 02:02:07 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127759 He's not eating the furry lobster, because those are apparently extinct, and the new one is ugly, small, and disgusting according to the song. He’s not eating the furry lobster, because those are apparently extinct, and the new one is ugly, small, and disgusting according to the song.

]]> By: Hank http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127750 Hank Sun, 05 Aug 2007 01:42:19 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127750 Ah, the giant insect that contains within its carapace the taste of purest silk. I say the best tropical drink is a PBR poured into a coconut shell. Ah, the giant insect that contains within its carapace the taste of purest silk.

I say the best tropical drink is a PBR poured into a coconut shell.

]]> By: Anton http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127739 Anton Sun, 05 Aug 2007 00:26:50 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127739 I'll second the Mojito, and add a Gin and Tonic and maybe a Tequila Martini. I’ll second the Mojito, and add a Gin and Tonic and maybe a Tequila Martini.

]]> By: Dean http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127732 Dean Sun, 05 Aug 2007 00:04:06 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127732 Enjoy your vacation! Try a tropical drink with lots of fruit and alcohol and a little umbrella. If you're drinking it on the beach, then don't forget to hydrate with some water. Growing up in New England, we had lobster all the time. I still enjoy it. I've discovered lobster bisque soup. If you get the chance, try that. I know an restaurant that has the best. Enjoy your vacation!

Try a tropical drink with lots of fruit and alcohol and a little umbrella. If you’re drinking it on the beach, then don’t forget to hydrate with some water.

Growing up in New England, we had lobster all the time. I still enjoy it. I’ve discovered lobster bisque soup. If you get the chance, try that. I know an restaurant that has the best.

]]> By: Colleenky http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127725 Colleenky Sat, 04 Aug 2007 23:36:16 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127725 I suggest a Mojito, my new favorite drink. Very refreshing. Perfect for lounging in beachy places. I suggest a Mojito, my new favorite drink. Very refreshing. Perfect for lounging in beachy places.

]]> By: Tristan http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127704 Tristan Sat, 04 Aug 2007 21:41:30 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127704 Eat some sand, seriously, what if everyone has just been NOT eating sand and you're missing out on something amazing? Eat some sand, seriously, what if everyone has just been NOT eating sand and you’re missing out on something amazing?

]]> By: Glenn Peters http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127698 Glenn Peters Sat, 04 Aug 2007 20:46:40 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127698 I hope the lobster is delicious and furry. I hope the lobster is delicious and furry.

]]> By: dragonrose http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127690 dragonrose Sat, 04 Aug 2007 20:31:03 +0000 http://www.jonathancoulton.com/2007/08/04/im-on-vacation/#comment-127690 Old lobster or new lobster? That is the question. Old lobster or new lobster? That is the question.

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