Music May 30, 2017

Today's selection -- from The Music and the Life: Beethoven by Lewis Lockwood. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), one of the most esteemed classical composers, had superb musical training as an adolescent, first as a violist in the orchestra of his hometown of Bonn, then as a young keyboardist dedicated to learning the difficult and still largely unknown works […]

Today's encore selection -- from Ratification: The People Debate the Constitution, 1787-1788 by Pauline Maier. In 1786, George Washington did not accept his invitation to the Constitutional Convention, which would desperately need his presence to have a chance of succeeding in its attempt to replace the Articles of Confederation that then governed the thirteen states: "A few […]

Area 51: Interstellar. The pre-order is live on the 12th book in the epic Area 51 series. I wrote this book differently, so that readers who have not previously experience any of the books can actually start with this one and by the end of it, they are looped back into where the series currently […]

It really doesn’t. Any man-made disaster usually has seven cascade events, with the seventh being the disaster. At least one of the six previous ones is always human error, if not more. Thus there is a Gift to Failure, if we study it, in order to prevent future, similar failures. Today 2/16 and tomorrow, 2/17, […]

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Originally posted on IRISH FIREBRANDS: A Novel ~ and Other Works by Christine Plouvier, Indie Author: A Character Name Database at Your Fingertips. There are between 7,000 and 8,000 names in my genealogical database (not really very many), most of which are French, and some of which are on lines going back 14 generations (the […]

In this episode of The Editing Podcast, Denise and Louise discuss how to choose the right kind of editor to suit your publishing needs.​ Click HERE to read the full article and listen to Episode 5 Podcast (The different levels of editing Episode 1 Podcast HERE) (Publishing lingo explained Episode 2 Podcast HERE) (Should you work with […]

Children at San Rufo elementary school in Salerno, southern Italy, are swapping plastic for books. A bookseller/cafe owner in southern Italy is offering free books to schoolchildren who bring him one plastic bottle and one aluminum can to recycle. Michele Gentile, who founded the Ex Libris Cafe bookshop in Polla, a small town near Salerno, said he […]

Magic is an important part of fantasy writing.  Some would say it’s one of the defining traits of the genre.  Not every story has magic, but those that do might want to consider including it with their military forces.  This … Continue reading →

Delighted to have been invited to become an admin team member for this great group that I have been a member of for the last year. It is a place to not only share your own book reviews and author … Continue reading →

Originally posted on chrismcmullen: LOOSE CHANGE = AMAZON GIFT CARD I finally filled up a bucket of coins (without having to dip into the savings for some unexpected bill). I didn’t feel like putting them in coin rolls. The pile was intimidating, and I’d rather put my time into writing. It turns out you can…

ANNIVERSARY EXCLUSIVE! From now until the end of the month, EVERYONE who signs up for Patreon will get a copy of Through the Year: 52 Pages of Inspiration from Positively Present, an exclusive e-book containing 52 Positively Present illustrations. For just $1 (or more, if you're feeling generous!), you can get this unique collection of […]

Once upon a time… Cardinal W and I have moved again. The day was a tad more blustery than it … More

Sunday morning, a peregrination along the canal towpath, a solitary church bell clanging in the distance… and a couple of … More

With the advent of blogging and publishing anything and everything online, writing suddenly became a pursuit by millions.There's nothing wrong with that, but something important  got lost in the rush to put one's thoughts in front of the masses.Professionalism.Every career has certain elements or characteristics of those in the profession who can be labeled professional. […]

1. Use short headlines that make people want to click to see what the article is about.2. Write in short paragraphs even if you think most people read your blog on a computer. The truth is a lot of blogs are read on cell phones. Even on a computer, we read "vertically" as it were, […]

Social Media have become a dominating force in our lives over the past decade.  Just look at these mind-blowing statistics: The average person has 5 social media accounts The average person spends 1 hour 40 minutes per day on social media Facebook has over 1.4 billion users 50% of all Internet users are on Facebook […]

"Jacqueline Cochran was looking for WASP.  They told me I would have to be interviewed and they would contact me when they came to the Wichita area.  But I didn’t wait for that.  I went down to Houston for my interview, to speed things up.  And I think that’s one of the smartest things I […]

"My first flight was with a barnstormer at the age of five.  I loved it!  I also tried to 'fly' out of the barn loft with an umbrella.  This was less than successful..."  WASP Jean Terrell McCreery, 44-10 The indomitable Marguerite Jean Terrell Moreo McCreery has "...slipped the surly bonds of Earth. And danced the skies on […]

Welcome to the Minstral Show, the podcast that spotlights the very best music from around the world, made exclusively in the 21st century.The theme of today’s show, as always, is here to support your empathic journey while here on this planet. Let the music remove the thorns to sooth your mind and soul while your […]

Hi, I’m trying to find a book from the 70’s.  It was given to me by my father who was a professional photographer. I’m not 100% sure of the title but I think it was called “Paint in Color.” It … Continue reading →

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Unforgettable Memories #8 Snow, Snow, Snow We just had a snowstorm in Seattle last week with it dumping around two feet here. Sedans are not made for snow, and few Seattleites know how to drive in the snow or have snow tires, as our snowfall is usually only an inch or two. This year we […]

I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine Day. While we celebrated Valentine Day in our special way with loved ones, family or friends, the teenagers of Parkland held a day of remembrance to pray for their lost friends and promise they will never forget them. My grandchildren live in Parkland and were a mile […]

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November 1941. "Mrs. Buck Grant, Farm Security Administration client, with her canned goods. Near Woodville, Georgia." Photo by Jack Delano. View full size.

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A great selection of natural fiber and fabrics, including cotton, hemp, wool, and bamboo, many organic. They also carry some synthetics, so choose appropriately. Many weaves and colors and some hard-to-find natural fiber blends, such as heavy cotton/hemp fleece. “We are a small family business living on a farm in NW PA. We strive to […]

Totes and other bags made from 95% recycled polyethylene rice sacks (don’t know the other 5% but it’s nothing that I can smell). These bags are unusually fun and functional. I have a shoulder tote and I love it. The nontoxic material is waterproof so it protects the contents of the bag when it’s raining, […]

Many of you might recall my family’s foray into the raw food movement. For one week, we only consumed raw food as an experiment in “clean” healthy eating. My husband bailed after two days, my kids lasted three while I endured the entire week. Oops. Did I say “endured?” Er–I meant enjoyed. I thoroughly enjoyed […]

In Florida, the sight of Spanish moss hanging from oak trees is common. For many, it lends a nostalgic appeal to century old trees, a hint romance, a longing for days gone by when life moved at a slower pace. Today however, some homeowners abhor the sight and call a tree service to have it […]

Learn to make a homemade laundry soap and stain stick using just three ingredients. Also included is my easy recipe for laundry detergent. Unlike my other natural soap recipes, this one is intended for laundry purposes only. It has no extra oils or fats in it, making it better suited for cleaning tough stains on […]

Crisp-tender, garlicky, herb hasselback potatoes make for the perfect side dish! And they’re mini so it makes for easy serving! Is it wrong that I’ve been eating these potatoes as a main? I know, they’re officially classified as the best ever side dish to complement any meal but I prefer it much more as a […]

Happy National Margarita Day! Five Things to know about the Margarita 1. The original recipe for the Margarita is a concoction of equal parts tequila, orange liquor and lime, served over ice with a salt-rimmed glass. 2. Some say the Margarita is a version of a popular prohibition drink called the Daisy, a drink found on Mexican border towns […]

Egg Foo Young is a fluffy Chinese egg omelette filled with vegetables and pork or shrimp, smothered in a tasty Chinese Sauce. An easy Chinese recipe that’s quick to make and versatile as you want it to be. Homemade Chinese takeout recipes are one of my favourite quick dinners, from Chow Mein to Beef and Broccoli, Cashew... […]

Hi friends!!! I’m so excited to welcome back our friend Theresa Romain! She’s absolutely fabulous! And she was the first person to figure out “ALBTALBS” stands for “A Little Bit Tart, A Little Bit Sweet!” Which yes is the actual name of this site! I know, right?! She’s also got a new book coming out on […]

*Whew that title is quite the mouthful, isn’t it?! 😛 Devil’s Daughter by Lisa Kleypas Historical romance released by Avon on February 19, 2019 Although beautiful young widow Phoebe, Lady Clare, has never met West Ravenel, she knows one thing for certain: he’s a mean, rotten bully. Back in boarding school, he made her late […]

Scarlett's gearbox's input shaft's splines were damaged when the clutch disk splines failed over time.  As the splines on the clutch driven plates wore, they damaged the splines on the input shaft.Note the gouges on the splines.Today, I got the part from Holopaw Ural in Florida, the only dealer who had it in stock.  IMWA […]

The parts to replace the worn components of Scarlett's clutch pack arrived yesterday; minus the input shaft for the gearbox.  The shaft should be here Monday according to UPS tracking.After reviewing the install videos made by fellow Uralista and friend: Darrell S., I was ready to install the clutch pack.Link to videos:Ural Clutch Install:  Part […]

This week I’m walking in tropical sunshine with my spouse, eating delicious food (cooked by someone else), jumping into the blue ocean wearing a cute polka-dot swimsuit, and exploring ruins much older than I am.  

I have stood guardian Through trials untold In each frozen season, Seen empires built and burned, To those who sought on lonely roads I have stood guardian, In loves repaid or spurned The growth and wilting of the rose In … Continue reading →

* …The drink has stirred up my emotions and memories of the trip flick through my mind in no particular order but return, time and again, to Cardwell… * Its waterfall and rock-pool. The water, black as death. The surrounding … Continue reading →

At his third Chiefs of Defense conference, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said it’s not about winning the war against violent extremism - it’s about winning peace. Read More

Part 4: DoD beneficiaries enrolled in the soon-to-be-ending TRICARE Retiree Dental Program now have access to FEDVIP for 2019 dental and vision coverage. Read More