TUNAGE ARTICLE – MMB Here’s my response to Glyn’s Mixed Music Bag. It’s been awhile since I have participated, so let’s jump right into it. I was stuck in traffic a few years ago, a song on the radio caught my attention. I had never heard before, but it stuck with me. I assumed it … Continue reading Mixed Music Bag – Week 23 – Not an Addict
ARTICLE – MINI BIOGRAPHY After being raised by a single mom, I’m fully aware of the capabilities of women. I watched my mother face the challenges of raising an oddball son and never seemed to miss a beat. Even as a child, I wondered why they weren’t listed in the annuals of history. Surely, there … Continue reading Beryl Markham – Female Aviator
ARTICLE – FILM REVIEW Django Unchained (2012) For as long as I can remember, I have been a fan of cinema, from the Japanese monster movies to the classic westerns that ruled our television sets on the weekends. To be honest, I can’t put my finger on a single aspect of the film that caused … Continue reading The Knucklehead Report #12
TUNAGE In the late 80s, I officially became a jazz fan. I began to recognize the sound, tempo, and style of the different sub-genres. Only a handful of my hands listened to jazz, so I was on my own in discovering where my tastes were within the genre. I started out with contemporary jazz, or … Continue reading Sunday Juke Joint #2
ARTICLE – MINI BIOGRAPHY Redd Foxx, born John Elroy Sanford on December 9, 1922, in St. Louis, Missouri, was a trailblazing comedian whose influence on American comedy remains unparalleled. Known for his quick wit, distinctive voice, and unapologetically bold humor, Foxx broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of comedians. Early Life and … Continue reading The Legendary Redd Foxx: A Pioneer of Comedy
ARTICLE – MINI BIOGRAPHY – MUSIC I discovered Sister Rosetta Tharpe by accident. I was working on my novel and let my Blues playlist play on. I found myself stuck between my prose and the music. It’s one of my favorite places while I’m writing. I found myself lost in an ole’ blues standard. However, … Continue reading Sister Rosetta Tharpe: Music Icon
As we get older, we often find we don’t remember things the way we used to. I asked a doctor once about my failing memory, and his response was less than gratifying. I’ve never been one who took sweeping generalizations seriously. Despite aging, several conditions have an impact on memory. I’ve listed a few. As … Continue reading The Memory Palace
One of my favorite forms of writing is poetry. For years I have been trying to figure why? Perhaps, in it’s many forms it represents the truth of us. The truth that is only told within the lines we write. There’s something majestic about poetry that can’t be explained in words no matter how hard … Continue reading Java & Verse #6
Introduction I’ve been a history buff my whole life. I can quite literally spend emerged in the annals of time. Who, what, and why, the unsolved mysteries, or trying to separate truth from legend. My first love affair started with the Old West: the hats, the six-shooters strapped to them, and the steadfast sense of … Continue reading The Transcontinental Railroad: Connecting a Nation
When I first heard the word Dyslexia, I didn’t understand what it meant. Oh, I’ve always been able to define the term. Yet, my understanding was rudimentary. It wasn’t until I had a conversation with someone who lives with the condition that I gained a better undestanding of the condition. As I researched the content … Continue reading Dyslexia: Understanding and Overcoming Challenges
Learn how to become a screenwriter by following these steps to take you from newbie to making your first spec script sale. — Read on http://www.scriptreaderpro.com/how-to-become-a-screenwriter-one-day/ Continue reading REBLOG: How to Become a Screenwriter: A Pro’s Ultimate Guide
Natural Herb Kratom May Have Therapeutic Effects And Relatively Low Potential For Abuse Or Harm, According To A User Survey — Read on http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/newsroom/news-releases/natural-herb-kratom-may-have-therapeutic-effects-and-relatively-low-potential-for-abuse-or-harm-according-to-a-user-survey Continue reading REBLOG: Natural Herb Kratom May Have Therapeutic Effects And Relatively Low Potential For Abuse Or Harm, According To A User Survey
The meaning of prediabetes and its risk factors, plus how to reduce your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. — Read on invisiblyme.com/prediabetes-symptoms/ Continue reading REBLOG: Prediabetes Symptoms & How To Reduce Your Diabetes Risk – Invisibly Me
I found this article while browsing the web today … Check it out http://www.thisiscalmer.com/blog/7-books-to-read-if-you-need-a-mental-health-boost Continue reading Afternoon Reading
An Overview of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Excessive worrying, also known as Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by persistent and excessive worrying about various aspects of life, such as work, family, finances, health, and more. While it’s normal to worry about things occasionally, excessive … Continue reading Understanding Excessive Worrying
Complementary therapies have been used for centuries to help manage various health conditions, and their popularity has increased significantly in recent years. Traditional medicine often uses these therapies to help manage symptoms and improve overall well-being. Complementary therapies aim to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms of a particular condition. Some examples of … Continue reading Complementary Therapies
Introduction When I first started therapy, my therapist began discussing the different courses of treatment. Then she mentioned we would be starting with CBT. Now, I always enjoy when experts talk to you using their jargon as if the entire world speaks this way. My therapist must have noticed my expression and immediately clarified things … Continue reading Yeah, I heard you, but what is CBT?
Introduction Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can occur after going through or witnessing a traumatic event. PTSD can have a significant impact on a person’s daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. However, there are many effective treatments available for PTSD, that actually help. I know its scary and you probably … Continue reading PTSD is Wicked Scary
Imagine you’re browsing through a bookstore, and a novel catches your eye. You pick it up, flip to the first page, and read the opening line. In that… Hook, Line, and Sinker: Crafting a Powerful Opening Line for Your Novel Continue reading REBLOG: Hook, Line, and Sinker: Crafting a Powerful Opening Line for Your Novel
We often heard or read this advice but why does it needs for the plant to dry out before watering? This does not mean the plant itself but the soil … Indoor Plant Has to Dry Out Before Watering Continue reading REBLOG: Indoor Plant Has to Dry Out Before Watering
Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often? I immediately refer to this quote whenever I consider conversations such as these. Due to the current social climate, this quote is a little dated. However, with a few modifications, it fits quite nicely within the current climate. Let’s take a … Continue reading The Measure of Oneself
It is recommended that all people whose lifestyle is associated with heavy physical work and efforts eat honey regularly10 plants that are great in … It is recommended that all people whose lifestyle is associated with heavy physical work and efforts eat honey regularly Continue reading REBLOG: It is recommended that all people whose lifestyle is associated with heavy physical work and efforts eat honey regularly
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape’s Blog: on Writing Forward: Today’s fiction writing exercise is excerpted from Story Drills: Fiction… Writing Dialogue: A Storytelling Exercise – by Melissa Donovan… Continue reading REBLOG: Writing Dialogue: A Storytelling Exercise – by Melissa Donovan…
Welcome to my April best curated Writer’s Tips. This edition is chock full of goodies. Learn how to avoid and fix 10 website mistakes by Nate … Writer’s Tips April Edition – 10 Website Mistakes, Make Videos on Canva, Broken Link Checker, Author Public Image, Beta Readers, Ebook Piracy, Value … Continue reading REBLOG: Writer’s Tips April Edition – 10 Website Mistakes, Make Videos on Canva, Broken Link Checker, Author Public Image, Beta Readers, Ebook Piracy, Value …
Hey there, cat lovers! If you’re a proud owner of a feline friend, you already know that cats are one of the most delightful and lovable pets you can… 9 Surprising Benefits of Owning a Cat Continue reading REBLOG: 9 Surprising Benefits of Owning a Cat
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