A huge piece of my childhood premiered 56 years ago today. Long before Elmo and all of the newer cast members, I sat in front of the TV watching Ernie and Bert, Kermit, Grover, the Count, and Big Bird. In 1985, Big Bird and the rest of the cast starred in the theatrical movie "Follow … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Follow That Bird
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This Day in (My Childhood) History
It was on this day in 1891 that the amazing Carl Stalling was born. You may not know him by name, but I guarantee you know his work! Carl is probably best known for arranging and composing music for cartoons and animated films. If you have ever watched a Looney Tunes or Merrie Melodies cartoon, … Continue reading This Day in (My Childhood) History
The Mittens That United a Nation
Who would have thought that a simple pair of mittens would have brought so much joy ... and unity ... to a nation?! A photo of Bernie Sanders wearing mittens at the Presidential Inauguration has gone viral. In case you haven't seen the original ... here it is.... Thanks to creative people ... and Photoshop … Continue reading The Mittens That United a Nation
Bedtime Books
Today's blog comes from a "Daily Writing Prompt". The prompt reads: "Do you remember your favorite book from your childhood?" This prompt comes after I stumbled on a set of books that I had as a kid in a used book store. The Charlie Brown Dictionary was a set of 8 books that had definitions … Continue reading Bedtime Books
Missing Muppets – Do You Remember Them?
November 10, 1969 - a wonderful little show debuted on PBS for kids called Sesame Street. It helped children learn letters, numbers, and over the years has tackled subjects like death, divorce, hurricanes, and autism. With human and Muppet residents, and many guest stars, the show has been an incredible educational program. I grew up … Continue reading Missing Muppets – Do You Remember Them?
Some of my childhood friends…
I'm sure if I asked you about your childhood friends, you could easily spout off many of them by name. Me too! As a matter of fact, I am lucky enough to still see and talk regularly with my best friend from elementary school. Yesterday's blog about Mr. Rogers got me to thinking on my … Continue reading Some of my childhood friends…