"The soup that won the war."
With the December wintry days comes the desire for comfort foods to warm the body all the way to the bone. It is not unusual to find stew, chilli, gumbo and soup on the daily menu. Up for celebration...
View ArticleTexas: Authentic Western Snapshots (amid Colors of Splendor)
This Day in History: December 29, 1845Texas,The Lone Star State, The Beef State, The Banner State, The Blizzard State, The Jumbo StateTexas State Motto: Friendship A Bit of Trivia...Remember the...
View ArticleAmerica's Long Indian Wars: The Final Chapter
This Day in History: December 29, 1890 How did it begin, this hate for the Indian nation? They were, after all, native to America well before the arrival of the "white man." It was many thousands of...
View ArticleEngineering Tragedy
This Day in History: December 29, 1876Bridges are surrounded by history...phenomenal designs, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, as well as railroad trestle bridges. Each share stories of remarkable...
View ArticleTime in a Bottle
Today in Music History: December 29Many performers have gone before their time. Some became members of the bizarre 27 Club while still in their prime. Others were victims of horrendous accidents,...
View ArticleAll things BACON!
Pork, aka the other white meat, has found itself moving up and down the scales of nutritional value for years. The problem being its fat content, which is actually what makes pork taste so good. One of...
View ArticleShindig!
Today in Music History: December 30Google's definition of a 'shindig' is a large, lively party, especially one celebrating something. It is an interesting little word with spellings with and without a...
View ArticleToast the New Year!
With the celebration of New Year's Eve comes the ever popular toast of the evening as flutes are raised containing the quintessential wine of celebration and good cheer...festive, bright, sparkling...
View ArticleHits, Debuts & Trivia
Today in Music History: December 31Here we are at the end of yet another year! New Year's Eve of decades past leaves a couple of hits in its wake, a few live debuts and definitely its share of tidbits...
View ArticleWhat is in your 2014 Time Capsule?
Okay, everyone, only a few hours remaining...Goodbye, 2014 & Hello, 2015! Time to reflect back on the past year suspending in time those moments which are held dear to our hearts...changes, births,...
View ArticleAULD LANG SYNE 2014
Today in Music History: December 31, 1997In less than two hours, we will pay witness to the end of 2014. With its ending comes a new beginning: A new year filled with promise and hope. Promises and...
View ArticleJanuary Happenings
Welcome to the month of... With the month of JanuaryComes days of wintry chills Snow, blizzards, even sunshineNot without its share of thrillsWhat's happenin' to celebrateIs exciting like a ski run...
View ArticleShe Wrote the Songs
Today in Music History: January 1Happy New Year! Welcome to 2015! The music of today's focus reflects upon not only a person with a very successful singing career but also an author and the...
View ArticleCats & Sci-fi
Previous Holiday Next Holiday There are many bizarre and unique holidays for each day of the year. Here are a couple for your enjoyment on January...
View ArticleA Unique Voice
Today in Music History: January 2With so many recording artists from the 50s, 60s and 70s sharing the spotlight in 2014, it is a refreshing change to hone in on a performer from the 21st century who...
View ArticleCherries & Chocolate
« A New Year, A New BeginningHappy National Spaghetti Day!»- See more at: http://www.caterbid.com/blog/?p=3800#sthash.BO5iu6lc.dpuJanuary 3 is...Cats & Sci-fi...
View ArticlePop, Country, and Christian
Today in Music History: January 3Crossover artists are recognized as having a hit in a genre other than that which they achieved their initial success. They often have a tough time finding their 'fit'...
View ArticleMessiness is part of the picture!
Cherries & Chocolate! Stay Tuned: Just a dollop will do ya'...maybe! National Spaghetti Day There are times when we put something in front of a toddler with only one thought in mind,...
View Article"Reggie"
Today in Music History: January 4Many performers are known for their over-the-top performances, as well as their songs. Of these same performers, as well as others, some have stage names much different...
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