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Summer
Posted by: Bill Shatner on Friday, August 08, 2003 - 05:17 PM

	Summer is a ?hang loose? time for many people, but mine looks to be busy as ever. I?m was in Toronto recently, doing a series of commercials for Kelloggs, which is a lot of fun and looks like will result in some fairly amusing spots. While I was there I put together a syndicated radio show and tried to get together another show for divers that hunt for sunken treasure. There are other projects in the works, too ? including one at Sci Fi channel, tentatively titled ?Inferno of Hate.? At some point this month, I plan to take a breather, take a swim, barbeque, have a cool lemonade or two. I just can?t figure out exactly when!

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by vampyregirl (kwaz@accesstoledo.com) on Aug 08, 2003 - 07:09 PM
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I know what you mean about having all those "irons in the fire", and not enough time to relax. I have too many projects started, and not enough of them finished!!! However, vacation is coming!!! First Spplat, then household fix ups---joy, on the 2nd part.

Can't believe summer is almost over though!!!

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by tiberius_fan on Aug 08, 2003 - 07:38 PM
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This piques my interest. :)

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by Star_Base_CGI on Aug 09, 2003 - 06:12 PM
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What we need for Spplat Attack is...

Somone to take one of those 50-150 gallon oil drums and cut it in half, put a grate on top and fill with Charcoal...

Than have ourselves a good old fashioned barbq but...

The one thing I cant stand when Im barbqing and waiting for the coals to heat ups is the constant whining.

Im hungry.

Is it done yet? Is it Done Yet? Is it Done yet?

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by DianaG on Aug 10, 2003 - 02:42 AM
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I know how you feel, my summer is busy and getting ready to teach school, get my lasts of my tests for the tumor on my back done and FINALLY get a diagnosis, and getting ready for fall to come. I am lucky I can sit down for 5 minutes my self!

I can't wait to see those commercials you Did William, and hopefully they will be shown in our area here.

Have a happy rest of the summer!

DianaG

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by Tina on Aug 10, 2003 - 04:19 PM
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Bill, I would be happy to make you fresh squeezed lemonade and bring it to the convention for you on the 30th.  :)

Re: Summer by Star_Base_CGI on Aug 10, 2003 - 06:44 PM

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by chayes on Aug 10, 2003 - 07:40 PM
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My summer has been very busy.  I tell you what Bill.......Let's swap diaries??

Chris.

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by ToolPackinMama (kirksmyboy@allyourtrekarebelongto.us) on Aug 11, 2003 - 05:29 AM
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I am a busy person too, and I rarely get a chance to hang loose, but that is just what I did today. A dozen of my pals got together with my hubby and me at a local swimming pond and we had a day-long picnic together.

I swam, and swam and swam all day! I like to put on swim fins and just go zooming all over. We played frisbee in the water, too, at one point, and had a hilarious good time.

The food was great. Two things say "Summer" to me: A sizzling charboiled steak on a paper plate, and swimming in a lake. :)

Oh what a tonic. I feel ten years younger. :)

Next week, my husband Bruce and I are going camping for the weekend in Vermont with several of our closest pals. We like to rough it in the bush, now and then. I hope the weather holds. It's been real rainy in CT this Summer. We were lucky to get a bit of sunshine today.

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by Helen on Aug 11, 2003 - 04:41 PM
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I have so much time this summer I don't know what to do. I'd be glad to start my first year in college now ratherthen in the fall, cause there is just so much gardening, reading, practicing piano, and getting in trouble for not cleaning the house a person can take.

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by captiantim on Aug 12, 2003 - 02:11 PM
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Mr. Shatner,

I'm a big fan of your Star Trek books.  I see your writing another book called "Captains Blood" expected out in Dec '03.  Does that date still hold true and will you be going on a book signing tour?  I live in the midwest and wondered if you would be stopping in OH, IA, IN or KY on that tour.

Thanks,

TJM

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by KrazyBrit (writerinadress@yahoo.com) on Aug 12, 2003 - 04:46 PM
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Mr. Shatner.
Please do take some time and relax.  We all here understand your need to relax and enjoy life.  Surely Elizabeth and Lizabeth could use a break too.  I saw your schedule posted here online and I'm sure you have more things going on that you haven't made public.  Just looking at your schedule wore me out.

Please take care of yourself, there are many fans and family members I'm sure that want you to be kind to yourself.  You deserve a break.  Go ahead and take on and have a nice cold Lemonaide on me. If you ever come to Sacramento, I'll bring one to you on a silver platter!

Sincerely,
KrazyBrit ;)

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by RickNShae on Aug 13, 2003 - 09:02 AM
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Thanks to you and your able staff for the emails as they always brighten our day.  It's good to stay busy...anytime of the year.  Just remember to keep what's best for yourself first, because who else is going to do it?

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by markus on Aug 13, 2003 - 05:09 PM
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Bill-

Caught you on MANCOW this am. Gotta love that guy!
Love your stuff on Star Trek, SCI-FI, old OUTER LIMITS, on and on...
Keep up the good stuff and always have fun doing it!!!

Always a fan and a supporter-

Mark

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by voxlumania on Aug 13, 2003 - 06:56 PM
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Hi Bill!
Just caught you in the Incubus... Best Esperanto Movie Ever! =P

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by cheaneymania on Aug 15, 2003 - 01:31 PM
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I can't believe that summer is almost over.  Where does the time go.  I'm glad to hear Bill's working more.  People love your work and want to see more of you in whatever you'd like to pursue.  Keep it up!

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by Sheba on Aug 17, 2003 - 04:24 AM
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Hi Bill,

Sounds like some very interesting projects you're looking into. Hope I can come upon that Kellogg's commercial (which is one of my favorite bran name cereals. I used to eat Frosted Flakes all the time (smile). Anyway hope you get a chance to take that "breather"! Tell us all about it when you do.

Later,
Sheba

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by GREGPARADINE on Aug 17, 2003 - 06:17 AM
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CAN U MAKE A CHERRY PIE BILLY BOY BILLY BOY,CAN U MAKE A CHERRY PIE DARLING BILLY ?YOU ARE GOING TOO FAST BILL SO SLOW DOWN ,PUT on THE BRAKES AND START CHILLIN LIKE DA VILLAIN  ! ARE U JELLIN LIKE A FELLON ?

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by chenla on Aug 18, 2003 - 06:05 PM
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Dear Sir,
I did not know how to contact you but I hope this message will find you. I just finished reading your book The Ashes of Eden and was very impressed by how your main character handles his midlife transition throughout the text. As a young psychology professor, I am always trying to find unique ways for my students to see the theories discussed in class utilized outside of the classroom and your novel provides that perfect opportunity. I plan on assigning your novel as a supplementary reading for this Fall and it is a courtesy at our institution to inform authors if faculty has chosen to utilize their works in our courses. Although I have personally enjoyed your screen and TV career, it is indeed a pleasure to be able to include your literary talents in my work.
Sincerely,
Prof. Nicole Coulter

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by physics_chick on Aug 20, 2003 - 04:52 PM
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It sounds like you are having a very busy summer! The older I get, the busier my summers seem to be. I just got back to Winnipeg from working in Chicago for the summer and now I have a week to pack before I move to Montreal! We're in the middle of a heat wave, though so I am determined to make it to the beach at least once this summer :)

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by Rita on Aug 21, 2003 - 01:22 AM
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Hi Bill How are you? Are you going to make another movie with Rickey Medlocke? Loved your movie GroomLake

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by Rita on Aug 21, 2003 - 01:24 AM
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Hi Bill How are you? Are you going to make another movie with Rickey Medlocke? Loved your movie GroomLake. Thanks Rita

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by Helen on Aug 24, 2003 - 03:47 PM
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OH MY GOSH!!!
Mr. Shatner I've been watching your commercials on t.v. they are so funny. They are the best I've seen in a while. Please keep making fun commercials like those. they always brighten my day.

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by Jancy on Aug 28, 2003 - 02:35 AM
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Hey Bill, as a long time paraprofessional in the medical field, I can tell you that taking some time to rest is so important, but finding a balance of activity against relaxation is also important.  All things in moderation, as they say...   As we age,  gain a little weight, go thru life changes and challenges, add new and wonderous events, or even take on a few extra financially concerns or contracts the necessity of maintaining your health becomes all that much more important.  You are such a wonderful role model to the Star Trek community and we want to keep you with us for as long as possible.  I wish continued good health for you.   I'm not so sure that ignoring one's age is always the most proper thing to do, but,  I do believe that acting the way one feels is important.  Stay young at heart Bill !!! 
Ever yours,
Jancy

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by quint on Sep 01, 2003 - 04:55 AM
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I'm from Binghamton, NY and attended the mini Star Trek Convention that you guest-appeared at.  I was also a fortunate holder of Autograph Signing and Photo Op  tickets and was thoroughly thrilled to meet you, sit briefly next to you ("Keep on writing..."), and of course, enjoyed your repartee with the audience and fielding the questions thrown at you (And you did the hard and odd ones with class, Bill).  Although not a rabid fan of Star Trek, I am a loyal and regular fan of the genre and have followed it steadily since the original series debuted on TV (and had remembered your character vividly from the original Twilight Zone series episode).  It was a real honor and thrill to finally actually meet you. And your casual approach on-stage at the convention was refreshingly real.  I think you "hit the moment" with us that day...

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by RichardMarshall on Sep 01, 2003 - 09:52 AM
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Pretty cool!

Summer

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by KateSmalley on Sep 19, 2003 - 01:01 PM
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I have a horse (American Saddlebred) from one of your stables - his name is Silverstones Fleewood Mac - there is nothing better in the world for taking a good break than getting on and taking a ride on the trail!  Make sure you include that in your agenda, as it will renew both you AND your horse.  There is nothing in the world like an ASB!

Take good care, and if you ever want to come to CT to visit my Fleetwood Mac, please let me know! 

Best from CT!

Kate

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by et on Sep 25, 2003 - 05:48 AM
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Bill,

Caught some of your Kellogg commercials the other day and I must say it looked like you were having way too much fun.

Okay, I'm jealous... [big grin]

ET

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by Lester on Oct 06, 2003 - 09:02 PM
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Greetings from my RV Van Cap't Will! I know "Been there done that"! Summer is just about over in many places but in the Southwest it hangs on till November sometimes. Spplat attack is like our family tradition of water pistol fights started by my Dad back in the 50's. Summer is the best time and warm winters in the southwest arn't that bad either! I really hope the negotiations for the Panama project are a GO! I can't wait for that adventure to materialize! One question, I've heard on your site that Leonard Nimoy is researching the attributes of God and the Mother/Father characteristics of same. Do you or anyone reading this have any information on this subject? I am a deep student of scripture and am very interested in what Leonard has to say! That's the one side of my adventureus being and the other would like to ship out with the Panama crew! Good fortune to you and your family and crew with all you are doing Cap't;
Lester

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by MichaelStevens on Nov 18, 2003 - 04:09 PM
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Hey Bill !

Great to see ACTRA Montreal presenting you with an Award For Excellence, November 22.

And thanks for the link highlighting the event <font size="2">http://www.actramontreal.ca/actra/60years.htm</font><font size="2"> </font> 

I've been a member of ACTRA Toronto for some years now and recall when you starred in "The Kidnapping Of The President", filming at Toronto's City Hall.

Check out my advance 'genre' movie news site

SNEAK PEEK

http://www.sneakpeek.ca

Peace ...

   