Tag Archives: #americana
Dinner Party Talk – Filmography 2010
The Golden Globes nominees were announced. Congrats to all. After I get back from my Christmas TV Tour (Philadelphia TV this a.m. headed to Chicago)… I’m going to spend the holidays going to one movie after another. I certainly won’t … Continue reading
When I Grow Up – Choreographer
In our continuing look at careers I didn’t try (yet), today we visit with a choreographer. Not just any choreographer. John Jacobson, the choreographer for the song Planet Rock. I’m not sure what to say about his choreography, except to … Continue reading
Life 101 – Learning how
We all are on a learning curve. (And hopefully the learning never stops!) This adorable tot is learning how to drink from the hose, yet something just keeps getting in the way. Himself! Is this an allegory for life? I’m … Continue reading
Famous Dogs – Lassie
Whether it was a fire in the barn or a neighborhood kid who’d fallen through thin ice, you could count on Lassie, one of pop culture’s most famous dogs. Lassie’s character is based on Eric Knight’s short story, Lassie Come-Home, … Continue reading
History of Fun – Obscure English words
What I’m loving right now: Heather Carreiro’s list of twenty old English words that should make a comeback. When was the last time you heard someone say “jargogle”? Probably around 1692, when John Locke last used it to describe something … Continue reading
American Fun – Santa eats cookies
HO HO HO! If you’d like a chuckle (and perhaps the munchies), watch Santa Eats Cookies from our brilliant friends at JibJab. Oh, and after you’re done laughing, if you suddenly realize that you haven’t sent a single Christmas card, … Continue reading