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Singer: George Strait

Posted by on Sep 13, 2010 in Singer | Comments Off on Singer: George Strait

He didn’t seek a crossover to rock, as Garth Brooks did. And he...

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Kid Stuff: Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood

Posted by on Sep 12, 2010 in Kids Stuff, TV Show | 1 comment

The changing of the shoes. The putting on of the sweater. The singing of the...

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Actor: James Cagney

Posted by on Sep 10, 2010 in Actor | 1 comment

I’m probably not alone in remembering Jimmy Cagney primarily as a tough...

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Food: Snickers

Posted by on Sep 8, 2010 in Food | Comments Off on Food: Snickers

Here’s one of those rare topics where not much needs to be said. If you...

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Film: Rear Window

Posted by on Sep 6, 2010 in Film | 1 comment

Alfred Hitchcock was at his very best during the period of time in which he...

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Song: "Louie Louie"

Posted by on Sep 4, 2010 in Songs | Comments Off on Song: "Louie Louie"

What? This…this…filthy song listed as a Great American Thing? You...

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Travel: Napa Valley

Posted by on Sep 2, 2010 in Travel | Comments Off on Travel: Napa Valley

It goes without saying that the Napa Valley in California is an American wine...

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Americana: New York Public Library

Posted by on Aug 31, 2010 in Americana | 1 comment

If you have any question about where you are, the lions will tell you....

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History: America Sends a Man into Space

Posted by on Aug 29, 2010 in History | Comments Off on History: America Sends a Man into Space

His name was Alan Shepard, and he was the second man – and first American...

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Sports: The Shot Heard 'Round the World

Posted by on Aug 28, 2010 in Sports | 1 comment

“The Giants win the pennant! The Giants win the pennant! The Giants win...

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