Today's selection--from The Curious Movie Buff by Jennifer M. Wood. Martin Scorseseâs classic movie Goodfellas: âWhereas Francis Ford Coppolaâs Godfather films tried to examine criminality of the Corleone family from a historical and socioeconomic perspective interlaced with the origins of America itself, Martin Scorsese took a different track. Goodfellasâ Scorseseâs mob masterpieceâtrekked through the invigorating […]
Today's encore selection -- from Anaesthesia: A Very Short Introduction by Aidan O'Donnell. A brief history of general anaesthesia: "In the early days of anaesthesia, the mid-19th century, the term etherization was used to describe the state produced by the inhalation of ether vapor. However, it soon became clear that chloroform and other agents could produce […]
We binged American Primeval yesterday and while it had its good moments, it left a bad taste in our mouths. Yes, spoilers ahead, but also understand some of the show is loosely, very loosely, based on actual history, one of them a key event I incorporated in my own work of fiction. The show has […]
Our students have compiled research in three topic areas. Below are the links to their research tables that can be downloaded for searching and viewing.  For a state-by-state review of Mandatory Reporter laws, click here.  For a state-by-state review of Background Check laws, click...
Our students spend the summer working on the research project of the LDICP. Through their extensive research, massive databases of information on state statutes regarding the abuse of children have been created and will be posted here as their work is finalized. Â Here are...
on Fiction University: You donât want your readers to think, âYeah, right, thatâll never happen.â My brother-in-law is a nurse, and he canât watch medical TV shows. It annoys the snot of out him how wrong so many of the details are. My husband is the same way with anything computer related, and I notice […]
so great to take my daughter and granddaughter to a womenâs basketball game to see firsthand that all things are possible â âa girl didnât get an athletic scholarship until the fall of 1972 for the very first time.â â billie jean king âcourage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. thatâs what little girls […]
This header should look familiar. It belongs to Sally G Cronin, who has a very successful blog built on helping other Indie authors be more ⌠Friday JohnKu â TGIF â Fri-Yay Good/News â A visit with Sally Cronin
Delighted to share the news of the latest release by John W. Howell and my review for Detour on the Eternal Road â Ebook on pre-order for February 7th About the book The third book in the Eternal Road series. ⌠Continue reading â
Myself, along with my 4 daughters, daughter-in-law, and one of my granddaughters formed a book club in January to see who could read the most books in 2024. We stay in touch with a group text every day and Goodreads. As an incentive we all agreed to put $1 a week into a kitty and […]
Since her debut album, Taylor Swift has always been a source of introspective inspiration for me. Her lyrics both resonate with my own experiences and encourage me to think about⌠The post Taylor Swift Lyrics to Inspire Introspection appeared first on Positively Present - Dani DiPirro.
After seeing video footage of the blizzard that hit New Orleans, I'm not going to complain about the 3 inches I had at my home.This was the scene that greeted me yesterday morning at 8AM when I stepped out my front door.Yikes. Where did all that snow come from?Guess what, it's still here today on […]
 Hello everyone, my name is Stewart F. Brennan. Iâm the creator of this, the World United Music blog. Over the past two decades, Iâve juggled my time and energy populating five different blogs containing alternative news, music, economics, political activism and creative passions while also supporting hundreds of artists, activists and alternative news journalists. I […]
All-American patriot, artist, designer, entrepreneur, flower arranger, chef, and joyful servant, Sunny Lou Starling, was carried on the wings of angels to the arms of her savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, January 6, 2023. She once said her mission was to âGather and feed all you can, as often as you can, because you never know if […]
WASP Deanie Bishop Parrish, 44-W-4"Failure isn't failure unless you let it be. It's simply a change in direction. Just count your many blessings move on. With God's help, anything is possible!"Deanie Bishop Parrish passed away peacefully in her home in Waco, Texas, on February 24, 2022, just one day shy of her 100th birthday. She met every challenge […]
Editors Note: After posting over five thousand features and twenty five thousand images over the last thirteen years, the time has come to end posting weekly features here on The Old Motor. At this point, the siteâs future hasnât been decided, although it will remain online for the foreseeable future. There may be future updates...
In this weekly series, we ask our readers to tell us the year, make, and model of all of these vehicles along with the location where the image was taken and anything else you find of interest in the photos. You can look back on all the earlier parts of this series here. The photos are via Americar....
Indiscretion by Vi Keeland Narrated in Duet by Andi Arndt and Sebastian York Standalone Contemporary Romance âYour heartbeat is so loud.â I smiled. âOh yeah? You want to know a secret?â âAlways.â I ran my knuckles down her cheek. âI think it stopped beating for a long time and only started again because of you.â […]
November 16, 1950. "Raymond Loewy Associates, 488 Madison Avenue, New York City. Mr. Snaith at his desk." William T. Snaith -- artist, yachtsman, industrial designer, and eventual president of Raymond Loewy/William Snaith Inc. Gottscho-Schleisner photo. View full size.
"Philadelphia area circa 1935. Pennsylvania Railroad Locomotive PRR 6757." Glass negative by John S. Powell, Louis A. Marre Rail Transportation Photograph Collection. View full size.
Christmas 1949 in Valparaiso, Indiana. That's Grandma in a Kodachrome slide. View full size. Â Â Â Â Our Christmas coda is this cocktail-hour Kodachrome submitted by Shorpy charter member Delworthio 16 years ago, in 2008. Cheers!
Occupied Germany at the U.S.-Soviet sector The East/West German border circa 1951, ten years before the Berlin Wall was built. U.S. Army soldiers Harry Manville, Dave Crosson, and Ray Kwapil (my dad). I have the Agfa Karat 35mm and Rolleicord 6x6cm Dad is dangling. Nice cameras, they are still working. Location: "Untersuhl by Eisenach, Germany, […]
In reply to Mad Man: 1950: Mr. Snaith is the artist of the painting behind him. It's dated 1950, same year as this photo was taken. I can't find much of his work on the Internet; but I did find this and this. I personally like this style of art, probably because it was en […]
In reply to Mad Man: 1950: Hits all the hot spots of 1950s design. Pole lamp check, cigarette, mustache check. Looks like a screenshot from Perry Mason.
Hereâs an old Italian recipe for canning peppers, one of my husbandâs favorites. Searching the internet, youâll come across many variations â all probably good â but hereâs a basic recipe to start you on your course. The kids and I canned these using the boiling method, though pressure canners might make the process easier. Not sure how, […]
Microgreens seem to be all the rage these days and for good reason: they are packed with nutrients and easy to grow! The USDA and University of Maryland found that leaves from microgreens had more nutrients than the mature leaves of the same plants. And great flavor. Plus, you donât need a lot of space […]
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for January 24, 2025 is: divers \DYE-verz\Â adjective Divers is an adjective meaning "numbering more than one." // The tri-county fair offers divers amusements for the whole family. See the entry > Examples: "'These prizes reflect the diversity of this year's edition,' NIFFF [Neuchatel Intâl Fantastic Film Festival] […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. A classic French stew with oh-so-tender braised fall apart beef with vegetables in a luxurious red wine gravy sauce. why i love beef bourguignon what exactly is beef bourguignon Similar to its sister dish, coq au vin, beef bourguignon (also known as […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. No fuss ONE POT MEAL! So so creamy, so easy. Chockfull of tender chicken, mushrooms, and spinach! why make one pot creamy chicken and mushroom pasta Thereâs just one pot and a few ingredients between you and dinner tonight. Weâre talking tender […]
Welcome back to Daufuskie Island, where every corner tells a story. This island is off the coast of South Carolina and is a 1 hour ferry ride from Hilton Head Island. Today Iâm sharing how to make a sweetgrass basket: Materials: Coiled rope or raffia Colored yarn or embroidery thread Large-eye needle Scissors Instructions: Start […]
Welcome to Daufuskie Island, where time slows down and the rhythms of Gullah culture come to life. This inviting getaway off the South Carolina coast is more than an island; itâs a testament to the resilience and creativity of the Gullah people, descendants of West African slaves. These people were brought to work on the […]
The new leaders of the Army and Air Force ordered forces worldwide to sweep out offices, programs, committees and even press releases posted on websites that appear to relate to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, widely known as DEI programs. The memos, signed by the acting Army and Air Force secretaries, echo President Donald Trumpâs […]
A link between military flying and cancer risk later in life would get renewed attention under new measures Congress is considering. The measure â introduced as the âAviator Cancers Examination Study Actâ or âACESâ â directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to study the 15% higher risk of cancer and associated mortality that other studies […]
Sunny but cool conditions, chilly while driving at speed in my 2014 Ural Patrol Sidecar Rig, Scarlett!Soon after lunch, we motored from the BLM Dispersed Camping area and less than 10 miles or so later, were parking near the San Xavier del Bac Mission. Founded in the late 1600's and finished with additions by 1797, […]
Sunday, January 19Martha and I rode Scarlett, my 2014 Ural Patrol Sidecar Rig the six miles or so to Council Rocks. It's the rocky site that is believed to have been a meeting spot for the Cochise Indian Tribe, located on the north end of the Dragoon Mountains.It also has a few petroglyphs to check […]
UPDATE: A friend at Amazon saw this post, looked into it, and informed me that the whole thing was a mistake: my second review did indeed post; I shouldnât have received the first email, requiring revisions; I certainly shouldnât have received the second email, mistakenly informing me that even my revised review wouldnât do. Theyâre […]
If youâre not familiar with Noam Chomskyâs insights into the real causes and consequences of US foreign policy, The Myth of American Idealism is an excellent introduction. If you are familiar, itâs a great refresher. IMO, the biggest, high-level takeaways:1. Rulers have far more in common with and concern for each other than regard for the people […]
Long before we were a sailing family, Alisa and I were a young couple in love with adventuring in Alaska. The opportunity to introduce Eric and Elias to the delights of outdoor living in the Great Land was one of the big bright sides of our return to Alaska. Earlier this winter, the boys and […]
So...this beautiful island is our home. See the barky? The boys just had their spring break. A week off from school and nothing to keep us from buggering off in Galactic. The weather was generally poor - nothing like the pics above for the most part - so we just snuck off to the west […]
 Here is a link to a story about my struggle to draw with Parkinson's Disease. the story is from "The Daily Cartoonist" a Web journal concerning the world of professional cartooning. It was occasioned by the release of the documentary "Matters of Mind, My Parkinson's" which follows three families and their efforts to cope […]
Here is a short trailer for the PBS documentary "Matter of Mind, My Parkinson's. It follows the attempts of three people and their families to cope with the progressive, disabling and incurable neurological condition. The film won the Audience Choice Award for documentaries at the recent San Francisco Film Festival, possibly due to a scenery-chewing […]
 Story and photos by Chloe Anderson. The jagged peaks of the Mendenhall Towers pierced through a layer of low-hanging clouds as I crouched by the rocky shore, trying to ... The post Chloeâs love affair with Alaska. In winter. In Juneau. appeared first on Alaska Travelgram.
Devilâs Club is a common wild plant in Alaska thatâs large & covered in hidden sharp thorns, growing everywhere from remote forests to even well-groomed Anchorage city trails. Just because youâre âin townâ doesnât mean you wonât run into devilâs club. Itâs smart to stay on the trails, particularly if youâre not confident spotting it. […]
Hereâs a delicious fall-time spin on classic blueberry muffins. If youâre a solo adult who likes good food, this recipe is for you. Or if youâve got extra kitchen âhelpersâ around (read: kids who need entertainment), turn baking these Halloween muffins into a fun toddler snacktivity. Pumpkin BOO-berry Muffin Recipe Ingredients: 2 boxes Jiffy brand […]
These gluten-free pumpkin cookies are the softest, most delectable cookies youâll ever eat! They are remarkably light in texture and are topped with a luscious, dairy-free brown sugar frosting. They are quick and easy, and the cookie dough requires no refrigeration. They will quickly become one of your favorite pumpkin desserts! I don't know about you,... […]
Iâm home now. Iâm looking at the flea market couch I brought up from California; I had cushions made three times over the years till I got it just right. Now itâs just right. Itâs been in my life 42 years. Tim has been in my life 34 years, but he had to be out of […]
Iâm saying my goodbyes to Toronto. Iâve seen my last Hot Docs Festival film, and Iâm just back from my last author program. Iâve probably had my last roti, checked out my last book at my local branch library, gone to my last art workshop. Horror of horrors, Iâve even watched my last play. The thing […]
Clean or filthy rich? News that Joe Sanberg â he of the slogan proclaiming âClean Rich is the New Filthy Richâ â is now caught up in a scandal swirling around âgreen investorâ [âŚ]
Study blames Alaska pink salmon for Idaho Chinook losses Forty three years after a top official of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game publicly and clearly revealed a plan to take [âŚ]
Itâs here. The big day. My memoir, the one I spent 15 years struggling over, launches today from Raised Voice Press. Iâm feeling very exposed, very vulnerable. This is not at all similar to when Dolls Behaving Badly launched from Hachette Book Group. That was a novel, and while some of it was based on⌠[…]
I had had Alaska writer Dan Walkerâs YA novel SECONDHAND SUMMER on my list for a long time, and two weeks ago finally had the chance to dive in. I wasnât disappointed. Walkerâs book, geared for middle school readers (but still immensely enjoyable for adults), follows 14-year-old Samâs move to Anchorage from the small fishing⌠[…]
This hash brown recipe is fool proof. It will give you crisp potato patties, just begging for a dash of hot sauce (or ketchup for the kids). The following instructions are for individual patties, but you can also spread this mixture out in a big frying pan (fry until crip) then cut into wedges for […]
My list of 10 Best Gifts for Cooks and Food Lovers helps last minute shoppers buy great presents for the food obsessed; most of the items on the list Iâve used and loved for years. Most importantly, if you act quickly, thereâs still time to order most of my recommended gifts and have them arrive […]
Do'inta? Se uzra Shala Kerrigan.How are you? My name is Shala Kerrigan. I only have a handful of words in my language, which is Lower Tanana Athabascan. This coloring page is based off the style of bead embroidery done by Athabascans up here in Alaska. I hope you enjoy it! Click the images below for larger versions to download/print/color. Small […]
All about insects is the theme for the next session of Sitka Sprouts on Tuesday, April 30. This is the last Sitka Sprouts session before summer. âWeâre going to wrap up Sprouts this spring with a program about insects,â Sitka ⌠Continue reading â
I LOVE my grandmotherâs navy bean soup, but it takes forever to make with soaking the beans overnight and then slow cooking the soup all day. I decided to try it in my Instant Pot and it was a success! Not only that, but my kids loved itâŚscore! Ingredients: 1-2 Tbs. olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 […]
Overcast with periods of rain. Later in the day, showers were heavy with some graupel or hail mixed in at times. Moderate winds with gusts associated with showers later. Temperatures in the 40s. Outside time was limited to a drive out the road, and a short walk in the forest off the Starrigavan Campground. Iâve […]
Mostly cloudy to overcast with rain later in the day. Temperatures in the 40s. Skies must have at least partially cleared overnight, as I saw frost on neighborhood roofs this morning. By the time I got out this afternoon, it was full overcast, though the rain hadnât yet started. I checked the channel, but other […]
Since 2016 I have worked in Hoonah to help build a vision. The Hoonah Native Forest Partnership is a unique model of community-based forestry that seeks to meet the objectives of land managers and the needs of the community. The project relies on training a local workforce in natural resource inventory and landscape improvement. Iâm […]
At the end of July we took the boat over to Halibut Cove to hike the Saddle Trail with the kids to picnic at Grewingk Glacier Lake. It's a great trail for kids to master themselves, and Riggs hiked the whole way himself. Raina was in the backpack, but more because we wanted to hike […]
A man who just moved to Homer about a year ago from Chicago has started a podcast interviewing people from the Homer community. He called up my husband a few months ago and asked him if he would be willing to be interviewed. My husband said sure, so the second episode of Alex's podcast features […]
Well, 2017 was not a good garden year in my area, even for those of us with greenhouses/high tunnels. Â I'm sure I didn't help my chances at all; we had a month between returning home from the States and getting the roof on the high tunnel, and I didn't start any seeds or work the […]
Cookies are a timeless treat enjoyed by people of all ages. They come in countless varieties, from classic chocolate chip to rich oatmeal raisin, offering something for everyone. Whether crunchy or chewy, they hold a special place in snack-time traditions. Made with simple ingredients cookies can be quick to prepare and endlessly customizable. Add-ins like... […]
Mountain View is in for a treat â a whole new store full of treats, in fact. Packed with dozens of varieties of handmade custom candies, classic favorites, and assorted other sweets, Sweet Creations Lollipop Boutique is one of the latest businesses to open doors in the neighborhood. Owner Missy Simms made it for the […]
During our time in Washington we also took some time to drive over to Kennewick to visit some of my family in that area. We camped in my aunt and uncle's driveway and visited them and some of my cousins. The highlight for the girls was the nerf war for sure (pictures here). It was […]
 INGREDIENTS3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon active yeast (not rapid or instant)1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt1-1/2 cups slightly warm water (tepid)--2 teaspoons canola oil (For top and bottom of dough ball so it doesn't stick or form crust while rising)-2 TB butter melted in ramekin, with brush (set aside)--10â Seasoned Cast Iron SkilletMETHODAdd flour to bowl. Add yeast […]
 My husband loves this cakeso much he had two pieces 'after' eating lunch...Ingredients2 Eggs1 ½ cup Canola Oil2 cups Granulated Sugar3 cups A-P Flour2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg½ teaspoon Kosher Salt1 ½ teaspoons Baking Soda4 cups Chopped Apples (peeled and cored): measure after chopping1 cup chopped Pecans: measure after chopping1 teaspoon Vanilla Extractâ […]
Picture of the day A local train from Arosa to Chur crosses the Langwieser Viaduct, Langwies, Switzerland. The train is hauled by an ABe 8/12 "Allegra" EMU