Tag: nostalgia

Robert Mitchum and Deborah Kerr – Garry Armstrong

Editor's note: Since it is Throwback Thursday, we thought we should add one from Garry. Marilyn and I are sitting in the living room, wrapped in our blankets, coping with resurgent cold New England weather. We're watching Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison. It's a charming star turn for Deborah Kerr, Robert Mitchum and director John Huston. … Continue reading Robert Mitchum and Deborah Kerr – Garry Armstrong

THROWBACK THURSDAY

Keeping Old Memories Alive, Rich Paschall Let's face it, there are a lot of annoying things about social media. Even worse than the fake news and memes being spread, making us dumber by the day, is the proliferation of new games, rituals, groups, pages, chats, insta-things, broadcast thyself and say nothing. YouTube channels (I have … Continue reading THROWBACK THURSDAY

My how you’ve grown …

The seminal bonding event between my husband and my granddaughter took place on a sunny afternoon on Martha's Vineyard. Garry and I were renting an adorable little house in Oak Bluffs. It had its own beach on Nantucket Sound, on the inland side of Beach Road. For those of you who know the area, it … Continue reading My how you’ve grown …

Woodcleft Canal

Freeport, Long Island. It's in Nassau County, the closest county on Long Island to New York City. I grew up in the city ... in Queens, which is a borough of New York. Each of New York's boroughs has its own character and, in many ways, is a city in its own right. Certainly, people … Continue reading Woodcleft Canal

WHAT ARE YOU DOING NEW YEAR’S EVE?

The Jackpot Question, Rich Paschall By now, you are expected to have a good response. So what is it? What are you doing? Certainly, your friends have been asking, and you must have something interesting to say. Unless you are under 18 or over 80, you do not get a pass on this one. So, … Continue reading WHAT ARE YOU DOING NEW YEAR’S EVE?

KEEP ON DANCING

One Hit Wonders, 1965 Edition, by Rich Paschall It is the Diamond Anniversary for some groups that have only managed one hit song. I have for you my Top Ten one-hit wonders of 1965. Some may not like the order and call me The Jerk. Followers of the orange guy may shout Liar, Liar. Can … Continue reading KEEP ON DANCING

IT’S THE SAME OLD SONG

Diamond Anniversary Oldies, 1965 Edition, by RIch Paschall It's the Sixtieth Anniversary of some great pop, rock, and folk tunes, and here at the SERENDIPITY School for the Arts, we are pleased to present our symposium on 1965 hit music. You should arrive right on time, as you have a Ticket to Ride. Don't Just … Continue reading IT’S THE SAME OLD SONG

INSTRUMENTAL HITS

1975 Edition, by Rich Paschall It was a big year for Instrumental hits. We will count down our favorites for this Golden Anniversary. Follow along to see how many you remember. Your dad might remember The Hustle. https://youtube.com/shorts/VSdlZW-bt3Q?si=boLIFnYthK2C6hT7 They are not all free from words. One will advise you to "Do the Hustle." Another will … Continue reading INSTRUMENTAL HITS

COULD IT BE MAGIC?

Golden Oldies, 1975 Edition, by Rich Paschall It was the year of the "Thrilla in Manila," and we are going to thrill ya with some of our favorite oldies. This golden anniversary deserves a special party. You are all invited to the SERENDIPITY Ballroom for a nostalgic sock hop. Earth, Wind, and Fire at the … Continue reading COULD IT BE MAGIC?

SUMMER’S GONE

Brian Wilson, by Rich Paschall The musical genius behind the Beach Boys' sound, Brian Wilson, passed away this month. He was the co-founder of the group and the author of many of their hit songs. He had an uncanny knack for hearing the harmonies that he needed for each song. He was able to teach … Continue reading SUMMER’S GONE