KISMET KOLUMN 2

                                                                                      By Jeannie

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY 

Parenthood: seeing your heart in the body of your child

 

From shiver to sizzle – we still had our storm windows up when the sudden heatwave and thunderstorms hit us – to cool off see related article Kismet Kooler: Pig Roast in December

 

Some of following material was seen in pubished Kismet Kapers here is the enhanced version plus new Kismet Kolumn

 

      

 

                                                                     

                                                                                   Our President at Work

 

 

 

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY KISMET STREETS

June 3^rd was the first anniversary of Kismet’s new streets. Along with now year round water our community is forever changed…for the better. We should have a “Street Day” and remember those who made it happen. (Dorothea)

 

 

Officer Jensen with our KCA Officials

UPROAR AT THE KCA

Good news –Sidewalks had $103,000 left over which will result in reduced debt, saving us in taxes. Inspector Jensen took the heat on a major issue,  police cut back island wide by 10 footmen, boats will replace them with special presence at ferry docks on weekends. Emergency procedure reviewed: call 911 first, then they will call Saltaire Ambulance. Houses must have street numbers visible for ID. Speeders on Burma road of concern.

Christine and Chief Ranger Jay Lippert talking about speeding

 

Chief Ranger, Kismet’s  Jay Lippert suggested we write Steve Levy (contact him for address). Meeting ended in an uproar created by Tide’s Kismet Article perceived as self serving, trashing the town and endangering it. The verbiage was heated, author severely chastised, ads were pulled, restrictions applied, threats by market to discontinue selling it. The Tide refused to publish the writer’s apology. Lets move on.

 

UPDATE: The burden of newspaper existence is suffrance by permission of the readership community on behalf of whom they are licensees and franchisees. (8 is Enuf, Martin)

In accordance with the above, and for his own reasons, Andy has decided independently to discontinue selling the Fire Island Tide at the Market.

It was the final piece to complete the picture of a community united.

Makes me proud to be a “Kismetic”

 

The happy result is that it spawned the KISMET KRONICLES, an alternative to the Tide, Kismet’s newest publication, a handout miraculously put together in one day by Sam W, and contributors: myself, the Chiros. Tom L, Russ M. and tasty tidbits from the archives of Jean Wood. Snapped up in a minute. Sam, who is the busiest man in town, is giving responsibility for the continuance of the Kronicles to daughter Gracie & best bud Casey with help from us all….anyone interested in contributing should contact them (x8784) or me (x9774)

 

Self appointed bounty hunters MM’s Steve & Neal force Jay to pay his dues

 

 

KFD: recently 9 of our men & women (Chiros still not allowed inside) responded to a 12:01AM urgent call to OB, they were the first responders to cheers of the community! I understand that this is not uncommon. Way to go!

 

HOUSE CALLS: Summer Wind’s new Victory Garden (yes, they will live off the land) have allowed Dawn L to til the land on the back 40 as a sharecropper or “serf” as Cindy prefers  providing she shares her produce with the house, cooked preferably.

How many men does it take to fix a door? (2 Italians, an Irishman & a Jew)

While next door at Xanadu repairs were more successful as Mickey & “Fix It” Dorothea perused the situation

 

 

Jane Mooney, on announcing that both Tim & son Brendan are new captains on the Ferries, “believe me, if Tim is piloting I’m taking a water taxi!”

Contrary  to myth Jay Smith is not only not selling his house but looking to buy another.

Newly svelt Phylis B has dropped 40 and going, an exercise addict now. Despite the well earned image that Cartoon Alley is the perennial party house, headquarters for Sunset  & RIZBIZ, they actually played Dominos during the rainstorm. Lawn House newbies Christine & David, Floridians with a posh restaurant there, imported to be the new chef at the Salteen’s Yacht club. Neighbors Helen & Fred waiting for samples.

Christine, Buffie at Shangri La (The original) Zebo still crying over the defection of Antman to ‘Ool house to join fellow perp Tony. Left behind are Kerri K, Jackie &B Rob, Anthony & Deb.

 

Villa Nova Elaine & Tony hosted Kismet “Establishment”: Barbosa, Regina & Brian

 

Breier Cliff Manor Allyson arrived with her world: paintings & flowers

 

 

MISC:KLAWS welcome to Ginnie Butler who just bought the Bark House and is already on board as a community helper. Art & Nancy debuted at Kismet at the height of the storm. Where are the Bellinzoni’s? Where is the Rick’s Shaw and much needed Nursery? Rumor has it a real estate snafu.

 

DON’T ASK DOUBLE D’s Dennis about the forthcoming, much wanted Pizza Shack…He’s wearing it for now!!! “I AM the pizza shack – but I don’t take Orders”

 

 

 

YES! Basketball is back!

SPORTS:The National Pastime a big holiday hit as Kismet FD Trounced Saltaire’s 12-5, Arranged by Lou R, huge cheering section from ages 0 – Skee. Pitcher Tony F said “it would take a year for us to heal”, Gary : “We walked away sore but it doesn’t hurt so much when you win”.

TENNIS: Jim Ryan spotted swatting at Carpenter Bees on his back deck (hairspray didn’t work) – some new strokes discovered

FISHING REPORT:Stripers and Weakfish are in the inlet and off pier ask INN’s Justin. Ocean: some schoolie Stripers, Sea Robins & Skates (great if you are Asian)

BOATING TIP from Mike of the Dusty Ann Re: Fuel – if you throttle back from 2350 RPMs to 2050 RPMs you will save $5.00  per gallon on trip to Kismet, adding only 10 minutes

 

Kismet Kulture Klub: eat first, then talk abut the book

KISMET KULTURE: Larger than ever Book Klub, Arlene H the gracious hostess, actually discussed the book tho’ sounded like The View as they spoke over each other.

 

KLAWS FLEA MARKET a big success

They came, they saw, they bought – items came is almost as fast as they went out “here take this, I’ll buy this”, some came back that were bought last year…heck, that’s what they say “one man’s dreck is another’s interior decorating” . What else can you do on an island!

Carole: ”Don’t sell that - its my lunch” Fran “here’s two tables -  my room looks so much better now – not like a warehouse – but look at those lamps…”

People borrowing money from each other as unexpected items became irrestible –

Bradlee: We made over $1900 compared to just over $1300 last yr - difference of $600.  Silent auction did well.  We had gift certificates from the Inn, Out and especially the Market.  Also, big donation of plants from Christine of Garden Sea Landscaping. (see next issue for pix of purchasers)

 

 

COMING EVENTS:

 KGB Cook Off at BVT

 Host: Lisa  (aka"Nips")
Location:  "Blue View Terrace" (aka "Bicycle Bill's" aka "BVT")     Kismet, Fire Island
When:      Saturday, June 14, 5:00PM
From BB: Hey everyone! It's time for the Second Annual KGB ("Kismet Great Burger") Cook Off!
Last year we had 18 different types of burgers, four of each type, 100 participants, made it into three different newspapers, and we had a whole lot of fun.  This year, well, with a few new rules, hopefully the evening will be much the same...oh, but I hope to actually try one of the #$^&$# burgers!
RULES
This year, while the party starts at 5, all burgers must be on the table by 5:30, with absolutely no exceptions!
Due to the mass number of burgers involved, you must grill your own at your house and come up with your own inventive ways to battle the "cold issue" during transport and the few minutes before eating begins.
This year, you will have to make five (one more than last year, but this may change to six depending on the response) of your burgers, provide your own buns (but we may have a couple on hand, but are you crazy to use standard buns?), and your burgers must be cut into 4ths so people consume bits-o-burger, not the entire thing.
VARIETY
If there are a number of non-beef (or non-ostrich, lamb or other fun meat) entries, we will add a new category.  Regardless, all burger types welcome...just know you are up against some big guns, and it will take one mean veggie or salmon burger to top the moo.
JUDGING
With much deliberation amongst BVT folks and friends, judging will be the same as it was last year, meaning, audience participation.  Judging will be based on taste and presentation, and like last year (depending on the number of burgers, each judge (all peeps) will only have a number of burgers they can try, and so, I recommend making your presentation as enticing as possible.  Have no worries, all will be explained at the party in an orderly fashion.  Chefs should not be a judge, of course, but what fun would that be?
There will be a 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize, and then the Mad Cow award for the burger you'd prefer to vomit than chew through.
DISCLAIMER
We cannot guarantee there will not be any cold issues.  That will be half the challenge, but again, ALL BURGERS MUST BE READY FOR CONSUMPTION AND ON BVT'S KITCHEN TABLE BY 5:30!!!
VISITORS - PARTICIPANTS AND SO ON -- IMPORTANT
We NEED A BURGER COUNT!  So, house owners, feel free to add your house members as guests so they can let me know, or at the very least, give me an idea as to who is joining in.  PLEASE INVITE HOUSES THAT ARE NOT INCLUDED AS WE DID NOT HAVE EVERYONE'S EMAIL!
Any non-house members coming out, you should know the deal...check with Bill if there is space at BVT or  check out other options throughout Kismet.
Good luck!

 

June 20^th hunky coaches party at Sunset, June 28 Comedy Night call 583 5311 for reservations ASAP. July 4^th Parade is July 6^th ,Annual Cake & Bake Sale Saturday, July 19, 2008. 9am to 3pm Kismet Fire House.

July 19^th Art Show House Krawl call Poindexter x5254

 

 

KISMET KAPERS SHOWSTOPPERS & SKITS, August 24^th, has just enlisted the Cole Family Singers to close the show with the “Goodbye” song from Sound of Music. X-SPOT’s Barbara & Skee will do an adult version of Annie & Daddy Warbucks.T(Ny F and Tom L to do “Sisters”. Tony M to write a skit about boy meets girl in the Inn with Jim Ryan and ??? Presentation of ideas for numbers/skits June 29^th noon at firehouse Contact me x9774

 

 

Mickey demonstrates – use the teeth to squeeze the lime

DRINK OF THE WEEK from Paradoz: 2 pts Pomegranite, 2 pts vodka, 1 pt club, 1 lime squeezed by the teeth Tony Danza style (Mickey of Xanadu to demonstrate).

And they’re off………..The official Belmont Breeze:1.5oz Seagram. .75 oz Harvey’s Bristol Crème, 4oz lime, juice, 8 oz cranberry, 8oz OJ 4 oz simple syrup. Float sprite & Seltzer on top garnish mint, strawberry & lemon, (Kismet Chiros)

 

 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: Long ago I decided to eat my calories rather than drink them (Alice). It’s a pleasure to talk to a girl I don’t have to change (Tony M)

 

          

                      Don’t get excited …just trying it out

                                                         

                                                    

                                                                      …and that’s Kismet!!!