Fierce Invalids's topics - tribe.net

anybody else?

matty-matt — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 04:31:31 GMT

thankfully, this tribe's existence reminded me how much i like the words of tom robbins bouncing around my head.

does anybody else feel the need to refresh their internal fierce invalid when it fades from memory? i feel it right now. maybe jitterbug perfume is what the doctor would order? all i know is i find my intellectual compass is revitalized when i read his work.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 1 reply

"One Giant Leap"

trish_w — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 02:36:07 GMT

I got a recomendation from a friend on a movie that might cheer you up. And low and behold, Tom Robbins was in it talking about life, inspiration, creativity etc.

Check it out. :)
t.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

making the juice

lindabelly — Wed, 06 Sep 2006 04:04:55 GMT

I am re-reading Jitterbug Perfume and I have decided to try to make the perfume. It calls for
Lemon citron
jasmine
ambergris
extract of beet pollen

I've got the lemon and the jasmine, but can anyone recommend a good place to get some ambergris, and what the heck can I use for extract of beet pollen????

posted in Fierce Invalids - 27 replies

Mayflower Cabot F

Dan — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 01:53:46 GMT

I do believe MCF appears in both FI and VI...any ideas as to why he makes the cut more than once? Is anyone aware of any other characters who appear in more than one story?

Take care.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 2 replies

does tom....

matty-matt — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 01:03:24 GMT

that's the teaser to get someone to answer this question, and perhaps it'll travel to the man himself through the ether:
are there any TR books on tape/cd/ipod? i hate it when authors read their own works, (save for ginsburg) but i'd love to have a less-bulky way of transporting his contraband over state lines.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 16 replies

Another Roadside Attraction

lindabelly — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 06:56:14 GMT

I just started it and I LOVE IT

My fav quote so far is, "Logic gives a man what he needs. Magic gives him what he wants."

posted in Fierce Invalids - 5 replies

One sentence at a time....

mottledcrow — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 15:08:37 GMT

Since I hadn't seen this linked to from here, and I saw the link in another tribe, here goes:

how Tom Robbins writes:
http://www.occultforums.com/bbs/showthread.php?t=9841

No wonder the man has such a low output! But what an output!

posted in Fierce Invalids - 6 replies

new books

<^\_Lobster_/^> — Mon, 28 May 2007 18:08:39 GMT

i haven't seen a word about tom online in some time now.
is he writing a new book? has he retired?

anything new?

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Gigslist - ShowBiz News, jobs, auditions, tips, resumes and resources.

deborahpaulino — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 21:43:44 GMT

Gigslist - ShowBiz News, jobs, auditions, tips, resumes and resources.

OoooooooooooooooooO
Listings are from Gigslist.org Main Board from the past 7 Days.
Ooooooo

Greenbelt, MD - Crew and Auditions, April 9-10 FreeJobs
OutOftheBlackBox Theatre Company (O2B2) will hold auditions for "Volpone," a new adaptation by Bill Jones of the play by Ben Jonson http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=696

Arts Resources Wanted for Industry Directory
Submit your arts site, group, tribe, mailing list, publication to the Arts Job Bible for free and Free membership to Gigslist.org and free listing. http://www.gigslist.org

Touring - Guitar Tech for the Wallflowers Paid Jobs
Seeking touring Guitar Tech for the Wallflowers.
http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=700

The Arts Job Bible 831 places to find jobs, casting calls, crew, talent, funding, networking, and industry contacts in Acting, Music, Music Industry, Theatre, Backstage, Film, TV, and Video. Regularly updated with new listings. Only $6.95 at http://www.gigslist.org

Beverly Hills, CA - Administrative Assistant Paid Jobs
Music/Special Events Management Agency (3-4 person office) seeking a Full-Time Administrative Assistant http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=699

Gigslist Reel Idol - Reel Submissions Wanted
Register a Free Account to Submit your Reel and Vote on other Reels Click here… http://www.gigslist.org/user.php?op=register&module=NewUser

Rock music needed for upcoming film FreeJobs http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=698

Entertainment Contract Library
Know what is in a contract ahead of time so you know what you are signing. Digital files that you can use again and again, save thousands on lawyers fees. 100% Money Back Guarantee. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=Sections&req=viewarticle&artid=3&page=1

SF Bay Area - Event Photographers Needed Paid Jobs
Event photography firm looking for freelance photographers to work during May and June at graduations. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=697

San Francisco CA - Storyboard Artist Paid Jobs
Moviehead Pictures is hiring a Storyboard Artist Needed For Romantic Thriller, http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=695

Los Angeles CA - Carpenters Paid Jobs
Looking for day player carpenters with tools and experience pay is $200 per day. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=694

Hollywood, CA - Receptionist/Vault Librarian Paid Jobs
PlasterCITY Digital seeking a friendly energetic individual to answer phones and manage our tape library. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=693

Aliso Viejo, CA - Stunt Coordinator/Stuntman Paid Jobs
We are looking for a stunt coordinator/stuntman for an upcoming short film/trailer production. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=692

New York - Casting PSA Paid Jobs
Looking to cast two roles, one of a Doctor and one of a patient who will be in his underwear being examined on a New York city street. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=691

New York City - Casting Web/Interactive Paid Jobs
SEEKING ACTORS FOR a KOREAN/JAPANESE WEB-DRAMA. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=690

Chicago, IL - Feature Film Cast and Crew Call Paid Jobs
Film company seeking cast and crew for indy film. Seeking all ages, genders and ethnicity's. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=689

Lakewood NJ - Female Variety Dancer Performer Paid Jobs
woman, under 30, who can tap dance and/or perform a specialty number such as juggling, balloon twisting, magic, hula hoops, etc. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=688

Anywhere - Game Animators Paid Jobs
Mocap Latte, a motion capture studio, is looking for freelance Max and Maya animators. for upcoming game and film work. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=687

Washington DC - Supervising Editor, Impact of War Paid Jobs
National Public Radio The Supervising Editor provides editorial and production guidance to Bureau Chief and NPR member station staff
http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=686

Washington DC - Broadcast/Recording Technician Paid Jobs
National Public Radio has several immediate openings for Broadcast/Recording Technicians. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=685

4/7 New Jersey - Pitch Session at Fairleigh Dickinson Unversity Events
Seating Limited!! Pitch to Oscar Winner Larry Meistrich (Sling Blade, You Can Count on Me, Belly) and execs from the newly formed NEHST Creations. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=684

Philippines - Asian Stallions / Collaboration /Support Classifieds
We are Indiefilmaker in the Philippines who will collaborate/support with projects who has budgets ranging from $35,000.00 to $600,000. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=683

Culver City, CA - Models for music video. Paid Jobs
We need fabulous babes for a rap video next Tuesday all day in Culver City with possible shoots also Weds night, Thursday night.
Note: Members only listing, Gigslist.org membership is free. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=682

Santa Monica, CA - Part Time Receptionist Paid Jobs
Small commercial post-production facility in Santa Monica looking to fill facility receptionist/concierge position. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=681

San Francisco - Casting Short Film - Multiple Roles Paid Jobs
Graduate Film Directors seeking actors for their next project. Duration: 6 Hours spread over 3 days, starts April 5 - Non-Union artist contracts http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=680

Baltimore/ Washington - Casting Menopause The Musical Paid Jobs
Equity Principle and understudy positions Seeking: Actresses who can sing and move well. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=679

Los Angeles - Casting for Daily Show Paid Jobs
Established production company casting for female lead for a unique and witty daily show. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=678

New York City - Casting for Korean / Japanese Web Drama Paid Jobs
Casting qactors for Korean / Japanese Web Drama . Duration: 13 days (Not Everyday) , starts March 25th. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=677

Sonoma CA - Location Scout Paid Jobs
Need location scouting for outdoor dance music video and dance art piece. Need about 5-6 locations in Northern CA. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=676

New Jersey - Part Time Photographer Paid Jobs
In this position, you must be friendly and have desire to work weekends. A car, internet and email are a must!! http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=675

Atlanta GA - Art Director/Senior Designer Paid Jobs
Seeking Art Director/Senior Designer, award-winning design and animation studio, high-end 2D / 3D design for television and advertising. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=674

New York - Administrative Employee Paid Jobs
New York Film Academy seeking an Administrative Employee whose main function will be establishing and maintaining contact with student candidates. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=673

Seattle WA - AV Tech Paid Jobs
National event staffing agency is looking for a basic Trade Show AV Tech http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=672

Manhattan NY - Freelance 3D Artist/Compositors Paid Jobs
Interviewing the following:3D Artists –Must know XSI, Maya and 3D Studio Max. Compositors - Must know Shake, Fusion and After Effects. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=671

LA, Miami, NYC - TV Crew Paid Jobs
New weekly national TV Magazine in Hebrew seeks local crews in multiple cities for 1-2 days of work per week for ongoing work starting in May. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=670

Nor Cal - MARCH 16,17,18,31 & 4/1 Female Model Jobs Paid Jobs
Affinity Models has Female Model Jobs in Northern California http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=669

Seeks position in the entertainment production sector Resumes
Objective:Secure a position in Entertainment Productionwhere I can utilize my professional skills to help bring creative projects to fruition. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=668

San Francisco, CA - Auditions/Short Narratives FreeJobs
Don't miss this amazing opportunity to audition for upwards of 20 short films - all LEADING ROLES. One easy on-camera casting session. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=667

Palo Alto, CA - Video Editor/HTML Paid Jobs
FriendFinder, Inc. seeking motivated individual with extensive experience in digital video editing and file preparation for web delivery. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=666

San Francisco, CA - Get Paid To Talk About Books Paid Jobs
We have found that people are interested what other people have to say about books; especially as it relates to you. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=665

Telecommute - Motion Graphics Designer/Animator Paid Jobs
Motion Graphics Designer: 2D or 3D AnimatorSan Jose, CA Portland, OR Seattle, WA http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=664

New Jersey - Directors, Musical Directors, and Choreographers Paid Jobs
The Theater Company at DeBaun Auditorium, located on the campus of Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey, is seeking http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=663

Thursday, March 15, 2007 Read full article: 'New Jersey - Directors, Musical Directors, and Choreographers'

New York, NY - Guitarists who Sing Paid Jobs
The New York Kids Club, with four Manhattan locations, is seeking Guitarists who Sing to perform during classes and class transitions.
http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=662

NYC - Female Dancers Paid Jobs
NYC's Dance Makers, Inc., non profit Dance Company seeking dancers of all ethnicities for upcoming performances at Theatre Three http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=661

Sarasota, FL - Intern Pianist Paid Jobs
Florida Studio Theatre, a professional Equity regional theatre, is seeking an intern pianist for the Theatre’s active Children’s program http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=660

Los Angeles CA - On Camera Assistant Paid Jobs
Prestigious On Camera division of major commercial agency seeks an assistant to three agents. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=659

Chicago IL - New Media coordinator Paid Jobs
Candidate would have extensive experience working with band websites, marketing, fan clubs, myspace, etc. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=658

Search is on for Happy Little Vegemites News
Kraft closer to identifying original Happy Little Vegemites after national call for the children who appeared in the iconic 1950s advertisement. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=657

Los Angeles CA - Actors for independent film Paid Jobs
The independent low-budget thriller Next To Die is shooting in June and July of this year. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=656

Nor Cal - Receptionist Paid Jobs
America's Premiere acting and modeling academy, John Robert Powers San Ramon is seeking an energetic and professional receptionist. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=655

Boyton Beach, FL - Light Board Op, Flyman, Deck Electrician, Stagehand Paid Jobs
New Vista Theatre Company seeking to fill out its crew for the final production in its premiere season. Also looking for load in help. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=654

Manheim, PA - Assistant Costumer Paid Jobs
Design Opportunity Possible - Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire is looking for someone to step up to the challenge. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=653

NYC - Stage Manager, Sound Person, Stage Hand FreeJobs
This is a Lesbian Comedy Variety Show.One show only on Saturday May 12. Would need a few rehearsals to learn cues. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=652

LA - Production Assistant/Driver Paid Jobs
HD, NYC-based series looking for LA Production Assistant to PA for 1-3 days for interviews March 19-21. Note: Members Only Listing - Gigslist.org membership is free http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=651

James Miller: Delays, Delays at REDCAT, Los Angeles, March 20th Events
James Miller Man and machine carry out a techno pas de deux performing delightfully inventive "short stories" for trombone and digital signal processor. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=650

SF Bay Area - Radio Reporters and Producers Needed Paid Jobs
Self contained magazine features reporting would be required - the series of 8-10 episodes would have a theme to link them. KQED/NPR and BBC http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=649

San Francisco CA - Production Coordinator for feature film Paid Jobs
Center for Asian American Media seeking Post Production Supervisor for SF-based independent digital feature by established Director. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=648

San Diego CA - Plus Models & Alternate Sizes FreeJobs
Seeking 3-5 Plus size and alternate models for fashion shoot for plus size and alternate sizes for a portfolio for several events this year http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=647

Lavallette NJ - Casting Summer Vaudeville & Children’s Story Time Paid Jobs
The Music Man is a unique family-style ice cream Shoppe where the cast/waiters (guys and gals) sing, dance and improv with the audience. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=646

Los Angeles CA - Multi-Media Producer - CBS Interactive Paid Jobs
Needed to edit and post clips on daily basis; shoot and edit special projects; confirm specification and legal clearance of all video materials. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=645

St. Louis MO - Motion Graphics Designer/Animator Paid Jobs
Technisonic, a broadcast production company, is seeking a motion graphics designer/animator for TV commercials. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=644

Studio City CA - Writer/Producer Paid Jobs
Write, produce and direct documentary on Outer Space.Must have documentary experience and be able to start immediately. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=643

New York NY - Supervising Producer for Reality Competition Paid Jobs
Creative and organized NY based Supervising Producer needed for two reality competition food/cooking pilots for popular cable TV networks. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=642

Rohan de Saram at REDCAT, Los Angeles, March 16th at 8:30 p.m. Events
Rohan de Saram plays Carter, Xenakis, Berio, Reynolds, and Schubert "Rohan de Saram is a cello phenomenon, one of the greatest of our time." Kölnische Rundshau http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=641
Englewood, NJ - Costumed Characters for Benefit Paid Jobs
2 actors to be in rabbit costumes for March Madness Benefit for the Boarder Babies and Adoption programs for Children's Aid and Family Services. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=640

Bellport, NY - Associate Casting/Artistic Director Paid Jobs
Seeking talented individual to provide support to the Artistic Office and assist Gateway Playhouse Artistic Director in all creative endeavors. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=639

Irving TX - Traffic Assistant - Fox Networks Paid Jobs
The Traffic Assistant is responsible for inputting orders for national and local commercial material. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=638

Telecommute - 3d Animator Paid Jobs
We are Handling 3D Animation projects (Television Series) for Various International clients. We are in lookout for 3d Animators and 3d Artistes. http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=637

Phoenix AZ - Reality TV Writer/Producer Paid Jobs
Looking for writer/producer for major cable network reality show. Demonstrated creative storytelling and ability to direct and supervise http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=636

OoooooooooooooooooO

Entertainment Contract Library
100% Money Back Guarantee.
Know what is in a contract ahead of time so you know what you are signing. Gigslist.org has relaunched it's Entertainment Contract Library. Professional contracts authored by entertainment lawyers. Downloadable Music, film, television, acting, extras, joint venture, licensing, merchandise, releases, distribution, employment, confidentiality, union and non union contracts, agreements, and definitions. Digital files that you can use again and again. Click http://www.gigslist.org/index.php?name=Sections&req=viewarticle&artid=3&page=1

OoooooooooooooooooO

Gigslist Reel Idol - Reel Submissions Wanted

Have you got a video, animation, film, demo reel, music video, show reel, hosted online, such as on myspace or yahoo or google? Post it’s link on Gigslist.org and get professional industry exposure plus you could win a lifetime subscription to The Arts Job Bible with hundreds of free resources to find jobs, crew, funding, and business resources in Acting and Film. Register a Free Account to Submit your Reel and Vote on other Reels Click here… http://www.gigslist.org/user.php?op=register&module=NewUser

OoooooooooooooooooO

List and group owners!
Reclaim your industry advertising real estate. Go to http://www.giglist.org and click Affiliate at the bottom of the page.

OoooooooooooooooooO

About Gigslist.org

FREE MEMBERSHIP:
Members can also post their web sites and myspace pages in the Production Directory and direct links to their demos and reels . Gigslist.org membership is free please click: http://www.gigslist.org/user.php?op=register&module=NewUser

HOW TO POST TO THIS LIST – Don’t worry, It’s also Free.
1) Go to http://www.gigslist.org
2) Login or Sign Up for a free membership.
3) Click POST
4) Click MAIN BOARD

How to upgrade your post for top listing and solo eblast out.
Once in your Gigslist.org account click Upgrade Account in the Main Menu.

OoooooooooooooooooO

http://www.gigslist.org

OoooooooooooooooooO

Myspace URL
http://www.myspace.com/gigslistartsjobs

Myspace Blog URL
http://blog.myspace.com/gigslistartsjobs

Yahoogroup URL
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Gigslist/

Tribe URL
http://gigslist.tribe.net/

OoooooooooooooooooO

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

my books

switters — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:20:42 GMT

My Books

As a reader, I can be highly effective,
as books return from their dusty home.
Tom taught me Wild Ducks Fly Backwards,
and geniuses can attract attention on a road.

In Savannah, sign language is needed
in order to be a best man.
But life is all about communication
between Mr. Ego and Mrs. Id.

Custer never learned how to ski,
and Mr. Escobar lost his war,
while Bob Dylan inspired a
troubled American to leave his life.

Even aliens like George Jones.
Afghanis can't shop at REI,
but a backpacker must be fully equiped
to fight a religious crusade.

Prayers are needed more than anything,
even when feeding off a great idea.

An old man blows a siren
trying to get our attention.
A southern man tries to confuse me.

Drifters can be as important
as a migrating movement.
Torillas loaded with mice should
be filled with rice and rolled
like the rock we hear in the background.

A great trilogy was ruined on the big
screen,
again.
Stephen survived a vehicle to continue
his quest to match J.R.R.

Celebrating independence in
a car with that irrational kid
exploring this country again, but
differently.

A family survived a war with luck
and integrity, like the general
who brought us the Coneheads.
Keep it real.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Tom Robbins character quiz

lisaontheroad — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 02:56:24 GMT

Which Tom Robbins character would you most like to sleep with?
b) Sissy Hankshaw from "Even Cowgirls get the Blues" - what could she do with those thumbs....
c) Plucky Purcell, "Another Roadside Attraction" - the secret monk agent infilitrating football player
c) Amanda from "Another Roadside Attraction"
d) all of the above, all at once
e) none of the above. Prefer: ____________________

Which Tom Robbins character do you most resemble, and why?

I like to think I have Sissy Hankshaw's love of travel, Ellen Cherry's appreciation of the arts, Princess Leigh Cherry's taste for redheads (what was her lover's name in that book??). Who else? I need to brush up on my Jitterbug Perfume characters.

Hi. I'm Lisa, by the way. :)

posted in Fierce Invalids - 5 replies

Alobar on politics

switters — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 19:36:32 GMT

I don't have a copy of Jitterbug Perfume. Could someone give me a good quote from Alobar regarding politics. I remember he said something toward the end about how no matter where he went, he just steered clear of it because no matter how much he cared, he had no control over the outcome. something like that anyway.

and what do you think about that idea?

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

How to lure the man

lindabelly — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 03:26:12 GMT

So, I went to Seattle this weekend, and I went hunting for Tom on Sunday. Then, when I finally got "near" him, I was wondering what I could do to lure him out? What kind of bait would it take to get Tom to bite?
A beet suit? A red-headed wig? A pack of cigarettes?

Any ideas?

posted in Fierce Invalids - 2 replies

books/ Authors- Sorta Like Tom Robbins?

trish_w — Thu, 15 Sep 2005 07:14:38 GMT

alright, been through ALL of his books. some several times. you know what i'm sayin.

so got anything that can substitute to read while we wait on another enlightening moment? or anything that will make us Laugh AND Think?

I read something called : The Gospel of Biff: Christ's Childhood Friend. (for the life of me at 2 am i can't think who wrote that. but it was damned funny and an interesting spin on Christ's abilities.)

thats it. thats all i got.
right now... maybe i will think of something later. help us out.

1 luv, t.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 21 replies

Pacifica & Jitterbug Perfume

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 05:09:11 GMT

I've been a fan of both for a long time...and now I see why :)

I noticed the commentary from the head perfumer on Tom Robbins & thought I would share...

These, by the way, are the best scented candles I have ever smelled...and I've smelled a lot! They're truly inspired, and now I know by what (or whom) :)

http://www.pacificacandles.com/burning-now.asp

posted in Fierce Invalids - 1 reply

Bibliomancy

Constance — Tue, 10 Oct 2006 01:37:08 GMT

Ever fool around with Bibliomancy to get answers to personal questions? Sort of like a tarot reading?

From Wikipedia:
Bibliomancy, also known as Stichomancy and Libromancy, is a form of divination that seeks to know the future by randomly selecting a passage from a book, frequently a sacred text.

Method:

1. Pick a book you believe to hold truth.
2. Balance it on its spine; let it fall open.
3. With eyes closed, touch your finger to any random passage.
4. View the passage as wisdom to your future.

**************************************************************
Well, these TR books definitely reek with truth. So...
My experimental question was, "What's up with my relationship with M?"

Grabbed Half Asleep In Frog Pajamas simply because it seems to get less air time.

My answer:
"Once, in a spasm of sappiness, you asked Q-Jo if she thought your dreams would ever come true. "You aren't talking about dreams," she corrected you, "you're referring to your pathetic bourgeoisie ambitions. Dreams don't come true. Dreams _are_ true."
You thought about that as you tossed and rolled-sleepless, dreamless-through the night, but there were so many thoughts playing bumper cars in your brain that you hadn't more than a few seconds to spend with any particular one before it was rear-ended or broadsided by a a different thought-that then took -its- brief turn leading the pack."

My results are almost spooky.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 2 replies

quotes...

Lisa — Sat, 24 Jan 2004 21:45:39 GMT

im kind of in the mood to go back and search for all the things that i wished i highlighted while reading

what are your favorite things that are said in these books?
there are just so many great quotes

posted in Fierce Invalids - 33 replies

Possible Icon Image for the Fierce Invalids Tribe

Lysiodoros — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 00:18:21 GMT

Hi, all!

I just joined the Tribe and noticed that there was no image for Fierce Invalids that showed up on lists of Tribal memberships, etc. (just the generic gray head with question mark), so I pulled something together and posted it to the Tribe photos section; it's the jpg called "Fierce Invalids Tribe". I think the basic image will be familiar :-). Anyway, if you'd like to use it, O moderator, you're welcome to it.

Wahoo,
Adam (Lysiodoros)

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Robbins-inspired gifts with a dollop of syrup of wahoo

Lysiodoros — Tue, 05 Sep 2006 20:40:26 GMT

So, has anyone else ever driven around to their Robbins-reading friends' houses at night, and covertly left a large perfumed beet on their front doorsteps?

One of the beet recipients gave me an excellent birthday present last year: a dented can o' beans, a dirty sock, a spoon, and-- masterpiece-- a painted stick. The still-life still has a place of honor on a shelf by the Robbins books :-)

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Anyone ever sent him a letter?

HeatherBug — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 07:43:36 GMT

He really writes back!! I corresponded with him for a little while, and I also invited him to speak at my University and it just happened to coincide with a book tour so he came! Very exciting, can give more details later.
In any case, he is an author known for replying to his fans.... just wondering if ya'll knew that and have tried to contact him!

posted in Fierce Invalids - 8 replies

Fave TR Book--Why?

yma — Wed, 15 Oct 2003 02:54:44 GMT

Mine is most definitely Skinny Legs and All.
The animated inanimate objects, the religious revelations, the upside-down world seeing artist, the AIRSTREAM, YAY!

I can read it over and over and never cease to be amazed!

posted in Fierce Invalids - 28 replies

Address for Tom Robbins Fan Mail (I am proof that he DOES reply!)

HeatherBug — Fri, 30 Jun 2006 18:56:38 GMT

Hey ya'll...
this is public knowledge (I found it somewhere online 8 years ago!) so I don't think it's a big deal to post it here... I'm sure Tom would be stoked to get mail from more of his fans. He is known for replying to them. He replied to me within a week, but that was 8 years ago and I have no clue what his response rate/speed is like nowadays that he is older and possibly more famous. His replies to me were hilarious and written in the exact manner of his books...
So here you go:
Tom Robbins
Union of Mad Scientists
P.O. Box 338
LaConner, WA, 98257

Also not sure if this is the current address, but might as well try it out and if it's wrong it can probably be forwarded!
Good luck and please report back what happens!!
XO

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Howdy Cowgirls (boys)!

lauramaebean — Sat, 29 Apr 2006 04:26:44 GMT

I'm currently in the last chapters of 'Even Cowgirls Get the Blues' and the author has made reference to some historical event in Los Angeles in which women are executed, amongst other refences (ch. 113). Does anyone have info on what happened? The other events were actually named,so is this one a fictitious refernce?

I am also a new member...the only two books I've read "still life with woodpecker" and the one I am currently reading. So nice to meet ya'll.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 3 replies

oprah/tom

matty-matt — Sun, 12 Feb 2006 05:00:32 GMT

brand newby. tom robbins is definately the contemporary quintessential american literary philosopher of highest distinction. sure, he speaks of us all to us all, regardless of which way our toilette water whirls, but i think it's truly american how he captures migration, interconnectivity and sex, even if the majority of his characters are angelic anti-cowboys, which we all know is the minority of the minority of so-called free-thinkers (disenfranchised seems irrelevant) in this country. how many "get it!" because of how he writes and not what he writes? but that's not my real question.
is oprah, who could be the next messianic (sp?) figure history might digest for future burps of divitiy, more revelational than the words and plots of tom's thoughts. do we need new cars for a fraction of oprah's viewing audience, or do we need a fraction of tom's readers who embrace his world view, in order to make the world a better place? the question has been posed. it's out of my hands.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 1 reply

Wild Ducks Flying Backward

riosafari — Fri, 20 May 2005 03:32:13 GMT

Set to be published on August 30, although new copies can be ordered on eBay for the impetuous. General excitement brewing? Is anybody else lighting another candle on a 101-pronged candelabra each evening in preparation? Shouldn't you?

From noexit.co.uk:

"From beloved and best-selling novelist Tom Robbins comes a collection of non-fiction essays and short fiction, many in print for the first time ever! From tributes such as an ode to redheads, kissing, Diane Keaton, Leonard Cohen, tomato sandwiches and The Doors - to musings, travel essays and art critiques, from short stories to poems and country song lyrics - this is a real treat for Tom's numerous and loyal fans."

posted in Fierce Invalids - 4 replies

how he writes.

trish_w — Wed, 14 Sep 2005 05:26:49 GMT

i'm reposting this from another tribe. but it blew my mind. had to share. if you didn't know already:

http://www.wga.org/craft/robbins.html

posted in Fierce Invalids - 8 replies

I love all of you!

zappadoodah — Sun, 22 May 2005 23:02:45 GMT

Thank you all for being addicts with me!! I keep buying any of his books whenever I see them in used book stores just to give them away. I've given away about 6 in the past week.

He has changed how I think about everyday things. It's really great to find other people who love him as much/more.

I also wanted to add another really awesome book to read. Island by Aldous Huxley Not so funny...but very very cool. I really liked that earlier post with all the book suggestions, I wrote them all down and just wish I had the time to read them!

~Kimmie

posted in Fierce Invalids - 3 replies

Let's get a main picture!!

Sun, 07 Dec 2003 06:26:00 GMT

moderator, Im looking at you :)

posted in Fierce Invalids - 11 replies

wow...a tom robbins tribe... right on!!

Tue, 14 Jun 2005 03:36:33 GMT

woo hooo!
cruising the tribes listings DOES pay off! i didn't know this tribe existed, but thank gawd it does!! tom robbins is the BEST! i've read everything up to 'half asleep in frog pajamas'. gotta read that and whatever has come since.

what HAS come since???

*happy*

~dd~

posted in Fierce Invalids - 2 replies

Other writers? gasp!

surprise_surprise — Thu, 01 Jul 2004 20:05:27 GMT

i have now read everything that tom robbins has published to date. Anyone have any other recomendations?

posted in Fierce Invalids - 33 replies

Mythology/religion

TrenDee — Thu, 27 Jan 2005 20:01:47 GMT

I just finished Skinny Legs & All, my last TR book to read. It's excellent, and now has me on a mission. I'm looking for writings on myth and religion, but specific types.

(I grew up on Greek/Roman mythology, know a little about Norse and Native American, and even less about various others. When I say religion, I'm talking the stories- the "mythlogy of religion").

Okay, so what I'm looking for is:
-some interesting books of the actual myths and stories of religions such as Hindu, Norse, and others I haven't mentioned to broaden my knowledge of mythology in general.

-Comparitive writings on similarities between different myth/rels- something that finds the common denominators and brings them out, that looks at why these exist, the basis of these myths, etc....tracing them back to their roots, I suppose, is the essence of what I"m trying to say.

-TR style of dissection and commentary of myths/rels. Example- his relation of the story of Jezebel in Skinny Legs- how different groups use the idea of it, what actually (or probably) occurred, etc...something more enlightening than just the story or the typical gloss over of meaning.

I am really hoping and looking forward to responses and suggestions! Thanks in advance!

posted in Fierce Invalids - 4 replies

Half Asleep in Frogs Pajamas

qathi — Tue, 03 Feb 2004 18:51:54 GMT

... without spoiling it, what all did you think of it?

I've started it 3-4 times, gotten a hundred pages in, and put it down.

I'm all about monkeys driving Cadillacs, but I just can't get into this book - I need some bait to get me past my drop off point.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 10 replies

villa incognito

No Longer an Interest — Wed, 13 Aug 2003 16:15:07 GMT

i just got it, but havent started yet. anyone here read it yet? (my very first post on tribe-both inarticualte and banal. woo hoo!)

posted in Fierce Invalids - 17 replies

DANG! lost villa incognito!

LovelyMzD — Mon, 13 Dec 2004 06:20:21 GMT

i was at the mechanics waiting while my car was being fixed and dang it all to hell but i left my book on his desk!! and i think i can get it back when he is back from his holiday, but its just that when ever i read robbins i get so addicted and engrossed...thats the world i want to be living in....heck i might just go buy another copy!

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

question about Jitterbug...

69 — Wed, 22 Sep 2004 19:37:52 GMT

when Einstein croaked "Erleichda!", was that Wrenna speaking thru him in the time warp? And was the reason why the bees settled on Huxley-Anne because she was reincarnated as Bingo Pajama after her near death head bashing?

posted in Fierce Invalids - 1 reply

When is the next book coming out?

melthom — Sun, 23 May 2004 07:21:27 GMT

So I started reading Tom Robbins about six months ago and of course I became addicted. Today, sadly, I finished the final book I had to read. I've read them all...and I'm hoping that someone has an idea of when the next book will be coming out. I hope soon and I hope is it better than Villa Incognito because, personally, that was my least favorite of his. But man oh man his metaphors make me want to dance naked in the moonlight.

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Sightings

Mark — Tue, 11 May 2004 03:15:31 GMT

Ok, so I have never had a Tom Robbins sightings, per se, but I am working on it as a goal before I die. For all of those lucky enough to have seen the man in the flesh (or any other way) please share your experience so we can all live vicariously through you. For those who thought "Sightings" refered to something else, feel free to elaborate, as I'm sure these thoughts would also be intriguing...

posted in Fierce Invalids - 1 reply

Tom Robbins Wherabouts

Mark — Thu, 08 Apr 2004 21:55:50 GMT

This might sound stalkerish, but does anyone know what Robbins is up to currently? Is he in Seattle? Is he writing? Anyone have the scoop?

posted in Fierce Invalids - 5 replies

quote from the man himself

Damara — Wed, 05 May 2004 01:20:28 GMT

"Humanity has advanced, when it has advanced, not because it has been sober, responsible, and cautious, but because it has been playful, rebellious, and immature."
--Tom Robbins

just thought i would share...

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Jitterbug...

davejoy — Sat, 06 Dec 2003 16:05:09 GMT

Arguably Tom at his very best...

Totally identify with King Alobar and babycakes Kudra, inspired by the ol' goat Pan... especially their taking time out to make love every few hundred yards on their cross-country walk in search of... everlasting life!

posted in Fierce Invalids - 8 replies

Clock People

natalia — Sun, 18 Jan 2004 20:11:51 GMT

I was wondering if anyone knows whether the Clock People from Even Cowgirls Get the Blues is based on fact or fiction? If they do exist, I'd like to know more about them!

posted in Fierce Invalids - 0 replies

Switters/Sands Connection

R. Rob — Sun, 28 Dec 2003 00:45:27 GMT

If any of you have seen "Once Upon a time in Mexico" did you catch the similarities between Sands (johnny depps character) & switters? If you look closely, he is carrying around the autobiography of Judy Garland- which basically means he is a closet showtunes freak...also, the CIA/FBI connection is obvious. I know that Depp had a lot of freedom w/ his character, and i think he worked out all the angles of his personality based on the old acronym WWSD (what would switters do?) I'm not trying to say that Once upon a time in mexico is good or anything, i thought it was somewhat interesting, but i think that his character was loosely based on switters

posted in Fierce Invalids - 1 reply

Still Life with Woodpecker

mszigzag — Wed, 03 Dec 2003 06:14:17 GMT

Help, I'm hosting discussion at a book club and I've picked Still Life.

What are your thoughts on Robbin's answer to how to make love stay?

What do you think is the main theme?

I have many thoughts on this, but I would love some feedback.
thanks!
Zigzag

Fierce Invalids's topics - tribe.net

anybody else?

"One Giant Leap"

making the juice

Mayflower Cabot F

does tom....

Another Roadside Attraction

One sentence at a time....

new books

Gigslist - ShowBiz News, jobs, auditions, tips, resumes and resources.

my books

Tom Robbins character quiz

Alobar on politics

How to lure the man

books/ Authors- Sorta Like Tom Robbins?

Pacifica & Jitterbug Perfume

Bibliomancy

quotes...

Possible Icon Image for the Fierce Invalids Tribe

Robbins-inspired gifts with a dollop of syrup of wahoo

Anyone ever sent him a letter?

Fave TR Book--Why?

Address for Tom Robbins Fan Mail (I am proof that he DOES reply!)

Howdy Cowgirls (boys)!

oprah/tom

Wild Ducks Flying Backward

how he writes.

I love all of you!

Let's get a main picture!!

wow...a tom robbins tribe... right on!!

Other writers? gasp!

Mythology/religion

Half Asleep in Frogs Pajamas

villa incognito

DANG! lost villa incognito!

question about Jitterbug...

When is the next book coming out?

Sightings

Tom Robbins Wherabouts

quote from the man himself

Jitterbug...

Clock People

Switters/Sands Connection

Still Life with Woodpecker

rubberrose.tribe.net