Category Archives: News and Headlines

Whitney

One of the things about my 80s childhood that I loved the most was how music always played in my house. And Whitney Houston’s records were one of many I heard on a regular basis. I remember falling in love … Continue reading

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The People vs SOPA

We the people of the USA DO NOT want the SOPA or PIPA Bills to be passed by Congress. Its amazing what a common foe can do to galvanize the American people. Many of you already know what SOPA is … Continue reading

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My Apple IIc

It was 1988 or so when we first got the Apple IIc. Back then, that was a top of the line computer. While, of course we mainly used it for school papers and projects, I remember using it to play … Continue reading

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10 Years ago

I’m sure today will be full of retrospectives and whatnot that I’m going to avoid like th plague. Yes, the 10 anniversary of the worst attack on US soil is a big deal, but something about how the media will … Continue reading

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Over There

So… Sunday May 2nd, 2011 was one of the most interesting evenings I’ve had in a while. So I’m tooling around on my computer after doing some more edits to my second manuscript’s 1st draft when I check MSN.com to … Continue reading

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Unwanted Commentary

Why is it so hard for some people to shut the hell up during a movie screening?? Trust me, I’m the last person to get bent out of shape over the occasional comment, snark or loud laugh. But if you’re … Continue reading

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The new Superman

Looks like Warner Bros found its new Man of Steel in British actor Henry Cavill, star of Showtime’s The Tudors. I’ve heard of him but have seen next to none of his work, so I don’t really have a strong … Continue reading

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