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Andrew Wyeth Paintings

Art March 18, 2026

I have always had a personal connection with Andrew Wyeth’s paintings, there is something serene that touches on the sublime in his art. Andrew Wyeth is one of America’s most popular artists. He is...

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Roger Glenn – A Jazz Legend Revealed

Jazz March 16, 2026

He’s been called “Ingredient X” and “The Cat Behind the Cat” by jazz journalist Andy Gilbert. San Francisco Bay Area multi-instrumentalist Roger Glenn has...

Observation from an Alien Anthropologist at a Starbucks – A Short Story

Literature March 11, 2026

Stanley tried to casually observe the human data but found it difficult from within the confines of his human costume. His funiculi gouged his...

Discovering or Recovering Your Creativity with Tunes

Music March 9, 2026

Just about everyone’s heard of the Mozart Myth. The one where moms-to-be listen to Mozart’s music so her package from the stork will be...

Exploring Gourmet Cooking

Food March 4, 2026

I’m a foodie, which makes me a gourmet enthusiast. Gourmet is not only about expensive delicacies, it’s about good quality and tasty food and...

Classic Onscreen Stylish Couples, 1960s and ‘70’s

Movies March 2, 2026

The 1960s and 1970s portrayed some of the most iconic superstar actors and actresses in romantic roles. This era provided breakthroughs for Italian and...

“Suicide Is The Opposite Of A Poem: ”Sylvia Plath’s Life & Legacy

Lifestyle February 25, 2026

Several years ago I was introduced to Sylvia Plath when I came across her poem “Elm.” Included in her most popular collection, Ariel, “Elm”...

Baby Boomer Nation: Myth of a Generation in Revolt

Culture February 23, 2026

The Baby Boomer rebellion wasn’t a mass movement, it was a PR campaign that aged like polyester. Woodstock gets the highlight reel, but the...

Hunting Wild Morel Mushrooms

Food February 18, 2026

Hunting wild morel mushrooms is a wonderful adventure and good eating enjoyed by millions every spring. I hike year round and this activity increases...

Betty Bryant—“Cool Miss B”

Music February 16, 2026

(Editor’s Note: Betty Bryant is the real thing, a master of vocals and piano, keeping the torch of old school jazz shining bright. She...

The Righteous Brothers – the Original Blue Eyed Soul

Music February 11, 2026

Without a doubt, the best harmony duo in modern music history. They performed some of the greatest vocal recordings of all time. The Righteous...

Dark Matter: How Flex Tape Patched Leaks in the Big Bang Theory

Science February 9, 2026

When the universe started leaking observational data that didn’t quite match the sleek stainless-steel sink of the standard Big Bang model, scientists were faced...

Wonderful Celtic Music Movie Soundtracks

Music February 4, 2026

I have a strong bond with Celtic-British-Scottish culture, traditions, and music which I grew up with. My father’s family came to Virginia/ West Virginia...