A Holiday Tradition Since 1982 (Spoilers Ahead)

“Marley was dead: to begin with” … so begins the Dickens classic A Christmas Carol.  It was originally titled: A Christmas Carol. In Prose. Being a Ghost Story of Christmas. It was published on this day (December 19) in 1843. The first edition was completely sold out by Christmas Eve (that’s less than a week!). … Continue reading A Holiday Tradition Since 1982 (Spoilers Ahead)

Turntable Talk #33 – One More For Under The Tree

Once again, it is time for Turntable Talk, our monthly musical topic hosted by Dave from A Sound Day. Most readers are familiar with this feature. Dave gives some of us musical bloggers a topic and we write about it. This month, he asked for our help in creating a holiday playlist. Per his instructions: … Continue reading Turntable Talk #33 – One More For Under The Tree

Tune Tuesday – Blue Christmas

56 years ago today, NBC aired Elvis Presley's 1968 Comeback Special. This was HUGE! Elvis hadn't appeared live in about seven years because he was busy doing movies. Naturally, it topped the ratings! The special was originally going to be a Christmas special. The special's director didn't think that would peak the interests of young … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Blue Christmas