by jlo | Apr 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
George Beverly Shea died this month at age 104. He was a Canadian-born gospel singer who performed for many years with the Billy Graham Crusades. While his most familiar recording is probably “How Great Thou Art,” I’ve chosen this early sixties...
by jlo | Apr 26, 2013 | Uncategorized
I drew my hair over one shoulder and stroked it protectively. “Richard says there are more important qualities than beauty. He thinks women should look natural.” “Natural, my foot,” Dot scoffed, banging the glass on the table. “That may be what he says, but deep...
by jlo | Apr 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
Here’s an interesting-sounding sweet treat from A Thousand Ways to Please a Husband, circa 1917 (that’s an illustration from the book, above). Impress your date with these Date Rocks! 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup lard and butter mixed 1-1/2 cup flour 1/2...
by jlo | Apr 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
“Conscious assumption of correct posture each morning will be a little reminder of what to watch for during the day. And do remember that good posture is something that must be worked for continuously, not just at exercise time. Nothing adds to the distinction...
by jlo | Apr 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
Here’s a sentimental piece from the 1930s called “The Voice in the Old Village Choir.” The Ranch Boys were a radio-based group of singing cowboys that featured Ken Carson, who also sang with a better-known group called Sons of the Pioneers. Started...
