Peter Swanson is one of those authors that always delivers a good story. I stumbled onto him with his book Eight Perfect Murders. This led to me reading more and more of his novels. Of the ones I have read, they always seem to have a unique premise and hold my attention. Kill Your Darlings … Continue reading Book Recommendation – Kill Your Darlings
Friday Photo Flashback
I will state up front that today's flashback does not involve a personal/family photo. It does have a personal/family story, though. As a kid, my dad introduced me and my brother to so many classics. He introduced us to old radio shows, old movies, the Three Stooges and the Little Rascals. He used to go … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
It’s the Simple Things
Our lives are constantly busy. So often, we forget to enjoy the little things. That's exactly what I did this week. For example, I noticed the birds singing away as I stood outside with the dog at 6am. I made it a point to really enjoy the first cup of coffee in the morning. No … Continue reading It’s the Simple Things
Happy Birthday to the Red-Headed Stranger
Over the years, there has been one artist that has been a constant. He and his music have been a part of my life since I was 8. I'm talking about Willie Nelson. I wrote the following in 2018. Time for a little update. Willie Nelson is a country music legend. Whether you love or … Continue reading Happy Birthday to the Red-Headed Stranger
Tune Tuesday – Boogaloo Down Broadway
Happy 83rd birthday to the Fantastic Johnny C! He was born John Corley in Greenwood, South Carolina. After he served in the military, he joined a gospel group in Pennsylvania. While they were rehearsing, a church member and neighbor heard him singing. That man was Jesse James, who was a record producer and a songwriter. … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Boogaloo Down Broadway
Movie Music Monday – The Flintstones
Happy 78th birthday today to Kate Pierson of the B-52's! They, of course, were referred to as the B.C. 52's for their appearance in the 1994 flop, The Flintstones. This B-52s version of the Flintstones Theme is perhaps the best thing to come out of the star-studded film. Even though it was a box-office success, … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – The Flintstones
Summer’s Coming
We’re barely into spring, but the signs of summer are starting to show up. The kids will start their T-ball season in a couple weeks. They had their first practice earlier in the week. It was a tad chilly out, but they did great! They each took turns hitting into the practice net. Andrew was … Continue reading Summer’s Coming
El That Jazz
The month is almost over, but did you know that it is National Jazz Appreciation Month? According to the National Day Calendar, "Throughout the month of April we celebrate the heritage and history of jazz. As a truly American art form, jazz's soulful and rich culture dates back to the 1890s." It goes on to … Continue reading El That Jazz
Friday Photo Flashback
I am almost positive that I have posted this picture before. I came across the magazine while looking for something else this week and I thought I'd share it again. Mobile Beat Magazine was around when I was DJing weddings and parties. At some point it went away, only to be relaunched in 2024. It … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Worth sharing: Your blog is a radio station
Maybe it is the radio guy in me, but I think this really hit the nail on the head. A useful metaphor for us niche bloggers that helps explain why some readers stay. Your blog is a radio station
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 