SBHM: Black Suffragettes Time Has Forgotten

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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on Live Write Thrive: Plotting is complex, and whether you “wing it” or plot extensively, there are 5 key steps that will help you stay on track when brainstorming a scene. I’m reprinting a blog post I wrote a few years back to bring attention to these basic steps all novelists should consider when putting […]

Originally posted on Musings on Life & Experience: Consummate artistry There are times when a chap finally begins to feel put-upon. Benor rolled the ten alar piece across the table from his left hand to his right, and then back again. He watched the light glinting on the gold coin. “Benor, stop it.” Shena’s voice…

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This was Winter Break for my son and myself, which meant it was time to set up daily adventures.  Preferably those that don’t require waking up before the sun.  The weather was chilly at parts . . . warm enough … Continue reading →

Delighted that author Sue Vincent is sharing a post from her archives, particularly as it is all about dogs that have been a part of her family, going back generations. A Family of Dogs by Sue Vincent There have not … 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…

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Aye, well. The swingers club? Not so sordid as it might sound, and yet black magic and heresy in a … More

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

I read a fiction series in 2006 while I was pregnant with my daughter. The author was male.  It seems there were at least 9 books in the series…maybe as many as 15.  I checked them out in hard cover from … Continue reading →

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Time flies. Be Happy. As you begin to read this post you may think I’m just writing down whatever thoughts are spinning around in my brain, but I promise you I do have a point. I woke up this morning from a dream in which my older son was holding a book. He asked me, […]

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 […]

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We love introducing Prolific Works readers to great stories and big ideas. Take a chance on new authors and try great stories from old favorites. See it first every day with Prolific Works and be free to discover authors you’ll love. We’re thrilled to share the latest and greatest from our teen and young adult […]

New York circa 1924. "Koshetz and child." The soprano Nina Koshetz and her daughter Marina Schubert. 5x7 glass negative, Bain News Service. View full size.

At times in life, sadness comes, and we feel stuck. The strength and resolve to understand what we feel are what keeps us going. When sadness takes over every waking thought, they morph into depression; a psychosis that can harm both the mind and body. When depression remains undiagnosed or untreated, it can spell fatal […]

Booster Seat Buying Guide Types of Booster Seats There are several different kinds of booster seats on the market to choose from. We have...

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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 […]

Everyone’s favorite pot pie in soup form! Simple to make and so so cozy and comforting! Serve with warm biscuits for a complete meal! Guys, it’s really happening. We move to Chicago in just 3 days! I’ve packed 17 boxes dedicated just for kitchen needs, which means I should be ready to make these pot […]

Five Food Facts about Bananas 1. Banana trees are considered giant herbs, not ‘trees’ at all. 2. A cluster of bananas is known as a hand, each banana are fingers. 3. Rubbing the inside of a banana peel on bug bites are said to relieve itching and inflammation. 4. Over 95% of American households purchase […]

Wake up to an irresistible weekend breakfast! Here’s how simple it is to make French Toast – whisk 2 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, cinnamon and vanilla. Dip bread, pan fry in butter for 2 minutes each side until golden, then douse with maple syrup! French toast will always be a staple for leisurely weekend breakfasts along... […]

Hi friends! I’m reviving an old ALBTALBS feature today, with the fabulous Avery Flynn! She just had a new book come out on Tuesday – Tomboy which I really enjoyed (I’m even going to review it! I know!!! Gasp you should!!!) But first, we’re here for some fun, wherein we do 0 book talk (yeah I don’t […]

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 […]

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.  

Time began from nothing.  There was void, nothing, and then grey as the Universe spun up. Damn, I thought to myself, I must have slipped again. It often took a few days to get my bearings again after a slip, … Continue reading →

* ‘…You may as well know now you are far more likely to see the spiritual than you are to read it. The spirit came first and we learned to see before we learned to read. It is nigh on … 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