It was on this day in 1983 that Risky Business was released in theaters. It featured Tom Cruise is what many consider his "break out role." It also starred Rebecca DeMornay, Curtis Anderson, Bronson Pinchot, and Megan Mullally. Cruise was picked for the role over some other famous actors who auditioned for it including, Tom … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Risky Business
Happy National Friendship Day!
On the first Sunday in August, we celebrate National Friendship Day to encourage people across the world to connect with friends. It is a day to expand your view of the world by making a new friend or reconnecting with an old friend on National Friendship Day. I have over 1400 friends on Facebook. I'm … Continue reading Happy National Friendship Day!
Book Recommendation: A Brilliant Night of Stars and Ice
I have been fascinated by the story of Titanic since I was little. I can still remember how amazed I was when the wreckage was discovered. I would say that 99% of the books and movies are all told from the Titanic's point of view. I was truly engrossed in this story of what happened … Continue reading Book Recommendation: A Brilliant Night of Stars and Ice
Friday Photo Flashback
I take you back to September of 1999 today. Knowing what I know now, it can be hard to look back at this day. No one ever gets married thinking that it will end in divorce. Believe it or not, the divorce rate in America has been declining since the 1990's. They used to say … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Fun At The County Fair
I got a call last Friday from my friend Margaret. She told me that the county fair was going on up by her and that Saturday was the last day. She asked if maybe we'd like to go. My wife had to work that night, so she was unable to go, but the kids and … Continue reading Fun At The County Fair
The Music of My Life – 1981
Welcome back to The Music of My Life, where I feature ten songs from each year of my life. In most cases, the ten songs I choose will be ones I like personally (unless I explain otherwise). The songs will be selected from Billboard’s Year-end Hot 100 Chart, Acclaimed Music, and will all be released … Continue reading The Music of My Life – 1981
Tune Tuesday – Lord, Mr. Ford
Today is the 161st birthday of Henry Ford. He was the founder of Ford Motor Company who developed the assembly-line process for mass production. In 1891, he became an engineer at the Edison Illuminating Company of Detroit. He he received a promotion to Chief Engineer in 1893, he had enough time and money to devote … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Lord, Mr. Ford
Movie Music Monday – NUJV?
In 1965, The Beatles’ second feature film, Help! premiered at the London Pavilion Theatre in the West End of London. The musical comedy, which followed the success of A Hard Day’s Night, was a much larger production than its predecessor, finding the band and director Richard Lester shooting in a variety of international locations. The film’s soundtrack doubled … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – NUJV?
Book Recommendation – Oona Out of Order
Books are a lot like music. "If you like _____, then you might also like _____." Thanks to some book blogger friends and the Goodreads app, there are always suggestions for books to read. I have read my share of time travel books, and this one was certainly different. This is the first book I … Continue reading Book Recommendation – Oona Out of Order
I’ve Been Working on the Railroad
Andrew and I went up to the pet store in town to get some dog food for Daisy this week. There is a set of railroad tracks that run directly behind it. We can often hear the train's whistle as it goes through town from our house. When we pulled into the parking lot, Andrew … Continue reading I’ve Been Working on the Railroad
