Hi … so we’re in the annual summer ‘doldrums’ called “The Dog Days” – late July thru mid-August. The ancient Romans called it “dog days” because the star called “Sirius” (their “dog star”), rose in the sky around the same time as the sun – which they thought contributed to the intense heat … or [...] Read more

It’s Tuesday afternoon – but I’m not thinking of The Moody Blues (pause !)  … instead I’m thinking about Elvis Presley.  I’ve just put the finishing touches on some upcoming features I’ll be doing on Vintage Favourites in August… which I will now reveal for the first time. So – dear reader, you are the [...] Read more

Well, was it hot enough for you ?  Actually nobody asked me that age-old cliche this past week – how about you ?  It sure WAS hot though – I’m one of those rare folks who don’t have central air, or any air conditioning at home !  Yep – I’ve admitted it, now.  I live [...] Read more