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People & Society
The 50's-When Dogs Were Our Heroes-II
(Story continued from HERE) The beautiful hand painted sign at the end of th...
....The Medicine Cabinet
(original artwork-all rights reserved) ....Most days started and ended in f...
1960's...remember your first image search— on a "laptop"?
(original artwork-all rights reserved) ....It's the spring of 1964 and m...
The 50's—When Dogs Were Our Heroes...
Just as kids ran free in the 50's, I remember dogs running free as well—mayb...
"What Would You Like To Be When You Grow Up?"
September 1958 ".... I Pledge Allegiance.... " I remember feeling very sm...
Remember when permanents were....PERMANENT?
Home permanents had come a long way by the 50's. But not quite far enough! ...
Five Year Old Hits the Jackpot!
That’s me in my mother’s arms—1952. I remember many shopping trips at the 'Fo...
Family Camping-Are We Having Fun yet?
Family Camping....what a romantic idea! Bonding—building teamwork-facing ...
"Quick Henry —the FLIT!"
(original artwork-all rights reserved) …now my mom was probably among the most...
....Iron along with Liberace!
(Original artwork—if you can call it that!) September 1958....Now for some coo...
Christmas Eve 1956
Christmas Eve as a child in the 50's was always an exciting night—wondering what...
The Original Amateur Hour—American Idol of the 60's
--> Maybe it was our age, thirteen at the time—perhaps it was the trans...
Growing up as a kid in the 50's was..."romantic"!
...not in the sense you might think of when I say..."romantic." For example...
.....Bell bottoms are Back!
THEY'RE BACK! I knew that if I kept them long enough, my favorite style of all...
The "Baby-Boomer" Generation—Where it really all began
Time Square, New York City—August 15, 1945—VJ day—Victory over JapanThe end of ...
Eighteen Years Ago Today—A Hero to Remember
This is not my usual light-hearted "nostalgic" post—though the hero I wi...
John Lewis Said, Love Thine Enemies…..Even Donald Trump?
On July 17, the US lost Congressman John Lewis (D-GA), one of the real giants in...
A Modest Proposal: Men, Please Step Aside
For eliminating the scourges of racism, misogyny, nationalism and materialism, a...
A Time to Listen
It’s been nearly a month since my last post. Did you miss me? I suppose I coul...
On Meditation and Craving
I am not the only elder baby boomer to attempt to do some writing at this stage ...
Boomers Are Bingers–Or At Least I Was
May 12, 2021. Exactly two months ago I quit drinking (alcohol, if it needs to b...
I Quit Drinking. Want to Know How I Did It?
Do You Lie About Alcohol? At my annual physical for many years I had essentially...
Bullying Isn’t Just for Kids
My wife and recently returned from a road-trip to our former hometown where seve...
Retire the “Senior Moment” by Susan Haworth
This post is by my wife, Susan Haworth, from her blog at CambiosCoaching.com I...
Alzheimer’s Disease: Worse than Fatal?
“Aging and its evidence remain life’s most predictable events, yet they also rem...
An American Tragedy: The Murder of George Floyd
My heart is broken. The sheer horror, pathos, dehumanization, and evil depicted ...
Three Ways to Ensure A Smooth Visit From Out Of Town G...
Since moving to Florida, I sometimes feel as if I’ve opened my own Airbnb. Every...
Hello World, It’s Me, Greyson!
It’s 6 am and I’m sitting on the tarmac at Newark Airport, a little annoyed by t...
The Sandwich Generation: How to thrive and not just cop...
The “Sandwich Generation” is a term frequently used to identify a growing segmen...
Weight!! It's Not Funny!
One baby boomer’s continuous battle with the scale Shelter-in-house, social dist...
Grandchildren…… Our Most Precious Gift
Becoming a grandmother is indescribable. It’s a gift like no other. From the mom...
It’s Much Too Early to Say Goodbye
I couldn’t believe that text….. it must be a mistake. It seemed like I had just ...
Thank Heaven!: One Vegetarian’s Quest for some Good Fas...
ID 105158173 © Ukrphoto | Dreamstime.com I just couldn’t contain myself but then...
#75HardChallenge You Bet It Is!!
“Age is just a number,” is a concept I’ve always seemed to embrace although some...
Finding Your Muse
There is a time in your life when you meet someone special, someone who has that...
"Be Here Now"...Country Style
Current hit: "Slow Down Summer" by Thomas Rhett Linked to: "Time In A Bottle...
Be Yourself and You'll Be Happy!
Current hit: "Damn It Feels Good To Be Me" by Andy GrammerLinked to: "Changes"...
Beatles Docuseries "Get Back" is "Must See TV!"
"Get Back,", the highly anticipated, almost 8-hour, 3-part Beatles documentary b...
Jack White’s New Single Has Two Versions. Double the Pl...
Current hit: "Taking Me Back" by Jack WhiteLinked to: "I Wanna Go Back" by Ed...
Powerhouse Duo: Post Malone and The Weeknd
Current hit: "One Right Now" by Post Malone and The Weeknd Linked to: "Return O...
Neil Young Serenades Mother Nature
Fifty years ago, Neil Young rode high on his landmark Harvest album. As we close...
A Lighthearted, Upbeat Song For Summer
Current hit: “Like I Love Country Music" by Kane Brown Linked to: “"Chattahooc...
Pink Reimagines a Classic "Whisper"
Pink borrows a key line from the 1984 #1 smash hit "Careless Whisper" and flips ...
Young Stephen Sanchez Evokes Velvety Everly Bros. Harmo...
It's no accident that Stephen Sanchez's swoon-worthy, "Until I Found You" recall...
New Documentary: Insight Into Brian Wilson's Mind
In a 6+ months, Brian Wilson will turn 80. His personal life and creative force...
Final Show of Action Hero Week
Action heroes you may have grown up watching decades ago…and still a big box off...
Action Heroes And Bee Stings
An amazing week devoted to action heroes with a tribute to all those box office ...
Joe Rogan On Loneliness – Finding The Perfect Pet
Opinions from folklore to science are unanimous about how pets improve your life...
Delving Into Metaphysical – Joe Rogan On The Loneliness...
The meaning of Meta has become more prominent since Facebook’s parent company ch...
Baseball Legion Warns Skin Cancer – More Mean People –...
We talk with baseball legion Johnny Bench. He is 75 and reports all is good in h...
Having Kids They’ll Never See Grow Up, Life Saving Drea...
Kathleen Kanavos. Her book is Dreams That Can Save Your Life. Famous Old Dads Ha...
Why Celebrity Women Say No To Kids – Mimi Summer Smooth...
2 views Jul 10, 2023 Why Are Celebrity Couples vowing to remain childless. Celeb...
The unbelievable story about surviving childhood to a b...
The story of creating a life that started as an abandoned little boy, tossed bet...
Secrets For Getting Unstuck In Business and Personal Life
At times we all get stuck. Maybe you feel stuck in a dead-end job; your job was ...
Our Era Blockbuster Movies – Setting A High Bar – Mimi’...
The movie explores Oppenheimer’s personal and professional life, as well as the ...
Questions You Were Too Afraid To Ask A Funeral Director
Randi Goldstein Casey and Brett Schwartz, Vice Presidents/Funeral Directors, Gol...
Laura Joins Andy on The Lets Talk Variety Show
Watch our new show with new co-host Laura Leone who joins Andy Asher on the Let’...
Dennis Quaid Talks Overcoming Addiction.Gary Douglas Ta...
Dennis Quaid is an American actor known for his roles in both dramatic and comed...
Travel Deals on Labor Day – Horoscope With Keanu Reeve...
Short vacation ideas near home. Laura Leone and Keanu Reeves Horoscope – And Aff...
How The Sackler family made billions from deaths due to...
How The Sackler family made billions from deaths due to OxyContin overdose. How ...
All the Trimmings Mystery Quilt
Love a good Quilt Along ... the Fat Quarter Shop hosted the "All the Trimmings" ...
Christmas Time QAL
The Christmas Time Quilt, from the mystery quilt-a-long hosted by the Fat Quart...
New Pattern - In Motion Quilt
Introducing --- In MotionI often talk about favorite blocks or vintage designs i...
Show and Tell Sunday - Darla's On Key Quilt
Show and Tell - Darla made the above "On Key" Quilt using two tones of blue an...
New Pattern - Branching Out Quilt
Introducing - Branching OutThe art of trying something new, or expanding on what...
Show and Tell Sunday, Star Cruising Quilt
The Star Cruising monochromatic quilt of greens was made last year, however I am...
Show and Tell - Allegro Quilt
A very scrappy version of the Allegro Quilt was so much fun to make. I waited ...
Fat Quarter Shop Sewcialites2
Block #3, almost caught up! The "Patchy Days" Block has been designed by Jackie...
Fat Quarter Shop Sewcialites 2
I brought out the BIG guns to flatten this little block - my tailor's clapper wa...
Fat Quarter Shop Jolly Box
The 2022 Fat Quarter Shop Jolly Box project is quilted and bound. The charm pac...
Introducing - Aurora Sails Quilt Pattern
*New Pattern Release*Size: 70" X 94" Designer/Maker: L' Fair QuiltsIt started ...
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This Little Light of Mine Mini Quilt
"This Little Light of Mine" Quilt pattern by Wendy Shephard, Ivory Spring Quilt...
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Christmas Placemats
In 2021, the Fat Quarter Shop offered a mini Christmas Quilt Sew Along which I f...
Aurora Sails Table Runner
Table Runners are the best way to decorate for holidays. They are small enough ...
Follow My Heart Quilt Pattern
What I am working on ....Valentines Day is right around the corner. Are you int...
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Follow My Heart FREE Pattern Release
Introducing my newest pattern - "Follow My Heart", published by Black Cat Creat...
Follow My Heart - Show and Tell (@bayoubobbinquilter)
The Follow My Heart Pattern has only been out for a week and Susan, @bayoubobbi...
Follow My Heart Quilt (Free Pattern)
Have you picked up your free copy of Black Cat Creations' Follow My Heart? Ther...
Sew Scrappy Spools QAL
The February Sew Scrappy Spools .... Sew Checkers and Sew Dash Blocks are done. ...
Strike A Chord and Banyan Batiks
Presenting the perfect pairing of the City Spirit Fabric line, from Banyan Batik...
12 Things You Need To Know About Sodium Butyrate: Your ...
Butyrate, also known as Butyric Acid or Butanoic Acid, is a four-carbon Short-Ch...
Top Tips for Exploring the Panama Canal on a Cruise
Have you ever wanted to explore the wonders of the Panama Canal? With a cruise, ...
17 Best Places to Visit in South Carolina
From the beautiful beaches of Charleston to the stunning scenery of the Upstate,...
An Ultimate Guide to a Weekend in Brighton, England
Planning a weekend getaway and not sure where to go? Consider Brighton! Located ...
Top 13 Hotels with Waterparks and Attractions in Myrtle...
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is the perfect vacation spot for families of all s...
Sinus Infections: Symptoms, Treatments, and Remedies
Sinus infections, or sinusitis, refer to the inflammation of the sinuses and nas...
Top 150+ Inspirational Wisdom Quotes for Senior Citizens
As we age, it’s easy to become discouraged and feel like life has passed us by. ...
Top 8 Reasons To Buy An Air Scrubber vs. An Air Purifier
Air scrubbers and air cleaners are the most popular portable devices for removin...
Seneca Lake Wine Country: Exploring the Best 20 Wineries!
Seneca Lake Wine Country is the perfect destination for any wine lover! Located ...
Midlife Crisis: Creating the Change You Need to Make
Navigating middle age can be daunting—something many of us approach with apprehe...
Best TENS Unit – Ultimate Buying Guide – Pharmacist Rec...
When your body is in pain, the number one goal is to find relief fast! A TENS (t...
Best SUV Tent, Roof Top Tent, or Truck Bed Tent for Cam...
Let’s go CAMPING!! Getting outside can be so much fun – IF – you know how to do ...
Van Gogh Starry Night Experience in Paris – Extended Un...
Below are only a few of the soundbites offered for the Van Gogh Starry Night Exp...
Discover the Culinary Treats of Paris with Eating Europe
Paris is an amazing city with so many wonderful sites and, of course, delicious ...
Aida de Acosta’s 30 Year Secret – Women Take Flight
Researching Aida de Acosta was such a treat! What an amazing human being. Not on...
Blanche Stuart Scott – Barnstormer & 1st US Female Solo...
While putting in the research time to get a better feel for what made Blanche (B...
Discovering Woodinville Wine Country
Our first stop in discovering Woodinville Wine Country was Woodin Creek Village,...