The Fucker's Back Twice

Stealing with Bev:

 

1. Would you rather ride a bike, ride a horse, or drive a car? At this point, the car sounds like the best option...

2. Who is your favorite author? I don't read books. My HDHD I think was the reason. I love reading on the Inet.

3.  Would you rather vacation in Hawaii or Alaska, and why? Hawaii. It's warm. I hate the cold.

4. If you could go back in time, what year would you travel ? I think we'd all like to be younger & know what we do now...

5.  What's your favorite zoo animal? Lion. Not even close...

6.  What's the tallest building you've been to the top of? The Pru. Boston 

7. How often do you buy clothes?   As little as possible.

8. What was the last thing you recorded on TV? The New York Yankees. They really suck without Judge, but they are MY team...

9.  What was the last book you read? See question 2.

10. What's your favorite type of foreign food? Asian or Mexican. Depends on the fucking day.

11. What kitchen appliance do you use every day? The refrigerator.

12. How old were you when you learned Santa wasn't real? How did you find out? I was in first grade. It was May. I found my bike box in the basement....

13.  What was your favorite subject in school? History/politics

14. What's the most unusual thing you've ever eaten? Ostrich. Outstanding!

15. What's your favorite family recipe? My mom's anchovies and broccoli. 

I could return. We will see reaction! Bye!

The Old Fuck Returns...

Saturday 9: It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over (1991)

Sat-9

 

Unfamiliar with this week's song? Hear it here.

1) In this song, Lenny Kravitz sings about all the tears he's cried over this relationship. Scientists theorize that human tears fall into two categories: emotional and irritant. "Emotional tears" are most often shed over physical pain, empathy, compassion, depression, and anger/frustration. Think about the last time you cried. What triggered your tears? I recently re-watched a video tribute to Johnnie Walker who passed in 2018. I miss the big guy.
 

2) We also cry "irritant tears," which means we well up when a foreign particle gets in our eye. Over-the-counter drops can help. What's the last thing you bought at the drugstore? Was it a medication (OTC or prescription) or something else entirely? Prescription. Not insightful, but neither was the fucking question.

3) TV actresses have played a big part in Lenny Kravitz' life. His mother was Roxie Roker, who played the neighbor Helen on The Jeffersons. His wife (and the inspiration for this song) was Lisa Bonet, who played one of the daughters on The Cosby Show. Their daughter, Zoe Kravitz, appeared in the HBO series Big Little Lies. What TV series do you never tire of, and could watch again and again? At one time M*A*S*H, the NYPD Blue.

4) Thinking of Big Little Lies ... Zoe Kravitz co-starred with Nicole Kidman. Shortly after Kidman divorced Tom Cruise, she dated Lenny Kravitz. Have you ever been curious about a partner's past love? Sure. But never jealous of it.

5) Lenny Kravitz and Today Show weatherman Al Roker are second cousins (their grandfathers were brothers). Do you turn to a TV weatherman for the forecast? Or do you check a website or app? I google that shit. But here it's easy. 7 months sunny & 70, 5 months sunny & 100. No fucking snow.

6) Also a talented photographer, Lenny's work has been displayed at the Leica Gallery in Wetzlar, Germany. What's the most recent photo you took? I was at Senona and took pics with my family.

7) In 1991, when this song was popular, Murray Bicycles were the top seller among younger set. Popularity is fleeting, though. By 2004, the company filed for bankruptcy and no longer produces bicycles. Was your bike a big part of your summer when you were a kid? Fern Park. It was like a day camp. Baseball 8 AM-noon. Mom picked us up for lunch. 1PM pool at Fern Park. We played "Capture the Flag" & kickball afterward. Mom got us at 5. Dave Krum was the councilor. I am lucky now that we are friends on FB.

8) Also in 1991, Gene Roddenberry died. Mr. Roddenberry is best known as the creator of Star Trek. Who's your favorite Star Trek character? Beverly Crusher. Man did I find her hot. Still do. She appearered on "Picard" this season...

9) Random Question: How do you think your high school classmates remember you? As a very funny guy who painted WAY outside the prep schools' lines...

I hope you all are doing great! Life is great here! 

Love,

B.

 

Sorry & Goodbye

This blog did not work out. I thought I'd chronicle my moving from the northeast to southwest. However, I love this journey, but it's slower than I thought. I'm doing well in the singles group (which is mostly widows) we go out once a week for drinks & dinner, and they drive you! 

Have not good made friends yet, but the group has new people all the time. I met a new guy today who said, "You're the guy who loves the sun! I am. 77 today.I have ended the website, so to reach me it bud9man@gmail.  Thank you, Bev & Gal for the great jobs on the memes!

Bye from AZ!

 

Happy 2023!

Stealing

 

What song will always remind you of last year?  Doesn't have to be a song released last year. Here Comes the Sun.

What do you wish you would have done more of? Meet people.

What do you wish you would have done less of? Meet people.

What was your favorite new TV program? Movie? Album/Songs? Or if you didn't pick up any new ones, what are you still watching/listening to? Any recommendations? I have not any new TV shows. Are there good ones?

What did you do on your birthday and how old were you? Did you feel differently? I am 71. My son and his family took me out to dinner!

What political or social issue stirred you the most? Kari Lake. What a fucking moron.

Who was the most interesting new person you met? I met my neighbors across the street yesterday. They have a bigger house than I and only stay from now to April. Nice 2nd house! Lots of snow birds here!

What changed at your job? If I get one. you'll be the first.

What changed in your home? Just the entire home.

Describe how a relationship changed. I lost a close friend. And not to death.

Do you think you are still the same person that you were at the beginning of the year?  How so? Nope. I was from CT. I am from AZ.

Summarize the year in three words or less. Bonus points for doing it in one word. Explain. Move to Arizona....

Thank You

 

Peace

 

80s in November

Saturday 9: New Attitude (1984)

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

1) In this song, Patti Labelle sings that she feels good from her hat to her shoes. Do you often wear hats or caps? Only to a baseball game...

 

2) The lyrics tell us that Patti's worries are few. Is anything particular bothering you as you answer these questions? No, I'm good. I went to the singles' groups' Happy Hour. Nice folks. I'm meeting people, no "friends" yet...

 

3) The video for this song takes place in a high-end boutique. What's the most recent article of new clothing you bought, and where did you buy it? I bought golf shirts and jeans from Amazon before I moved in May.

4) In 2019, a street in Philadelphia was renamed "Patti LaBelle Way." At the ceremony, she was referred to as "The Godmother of Soul." Do you have godparents? If yes, tell us about them. If I did, I have no idea. I like the question. My brother and I know we had them, but no idea who they were...

 

5) Patti dropped out of high school during her senior year. When she was in her mid-30s, she went to night school and earned her diploma. Do you have any diplomas or certificates framed and displayed in your home or office? No. Not my style.

 

6) Patti was once engaged to Otis Williams, founder of the Motown super group The Temptations. Who is your favorite Motown recording artist? (Here is a list.) The Four Tops.

 

7) A diabetic herself, Patti has volunteered her time to organizations that fight the disease. Do you know anyone currently dealing with diabetes? Yes. She's doing very well.

 

8) In 1984, when this song was popular, Angela Lansbury premiered in Murder, She Wrote, a show still seen in reruns today. Were you a fan? My mom's favorite show. I used to buy her the books.

9) Random question: What's your secret to a good night's sleep? Medication.

 

Slaughterhouse Five

Saturday 9: W.O.L.D. (1973)

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

1) This song tells the story of a man who has made a career in radio.  How many professions have you worked in? Five major ones, of which radio was one. Hotel, Furniture, Video and Liquor were the others with liquor longest after radio.

 

2) He describes himself as "45 going on 15." This morning, do you feel older or younger than your years? I spent last night on a first contact phone call. I forgot how bad they can be.

3) He estimates that he's traveled thousands of miles, from town to city, as disc jockey at various stations. Have you ever relocated for a job? Yes. I left Hartford for Boston in 1995 for a radio job at WBCN.

4) This song is written as though he's reached out to an ex. Is there someone from your past who is on your mind this morning? My past is always on my mind. It's unavoidable.

5) Tell us about a radio personality you grew up listening to. Joey Reynolds was primarily on WPOP in Hartford but was on WDRC as well. I met him when he did a guest show on my station 91Q.

6) This week's featured artist, Harry Chapin, was an Oscar nominee. Before he became a musician, he wrote and directed a documentary about boxing called Legendary Champions. When you sit down to watch a movie, would you prefer action, comedy, drama, fantasy, horror, mystery, romance, thriller or documentary? It depends on who I am with...

 

7) Today Harry Chapin is fondly remembered for his philanthropy. He filled his calendar with benefit concerts that supported local food banks all around the country. How would you like to be remembered? As a good brother/father/grandfather/friend.

8) In 1973, when this song was popular, one of the top-selling toys was a Curious George book packaged with a plush Curious George. Can you recall a favorite book from your childhood? I loved Animal Farm & 1984. And later Kurt Vonnegut

 

9) Random question: Here's $100. What will you spend it on? Dinner with a beautiful woman. Who I've yet to meet. But I'm working on it...

 

Those Were The Days, My Friend

 

Sunday Stealing: Personal History

1.  What would you like people to know about your mother? For a woman who didn't particularly want children, while flawed, she did a remarkably good job.

2.  What would you like people to know about your father? My dad was my best friend. He had a wicked sense of humor and fun. Before my stupid and ill-fated 3rd marriage, my dad and I went out at least weekly while he sang at piano bars. 

3.  What was your childhood bedroom like? It was paneled. I had a bunch of sports pennants up till high school. 

4.  What was your favorite activity as a child? Playing doctor with the girl next door.

5.  What was high school like for you? I was the ringleader of WTIT which had 5 main guys and another 5 who were more social than pivotal. We had parties all the time. Those were the days, my friend.

6.  Write about your cousins. Nice people. Those I know. 

7.  What was your favorite food as a child? Steak.

8.  What was your most memorable birthday? My 40th. I was  newly single and dating a lot of women. My dad told me to enjoy my 40s cuz they were the best. He was right in that regard. 

9.  What world events were significant to you as a child? JFK's, RFK's and MLK's assignations.

10. What did a typical day look like as a child? Bought the same as now. Sun came up around 6...

11. Write about your grandparents. I only knew one well. My mom's mom was widowed young and raised six kids then raised four grandchildren (my cousins). The best woman.

12. Did you move as a child? Only once when I was 7.

13. Who taught you to drive? My dad.

14. Which job has been your favorite? Morning DJ.

15. What was the best part of your 30s? I was wealthy and raised my kids. Great years! (But I learned far more from the lean years that followed)

Not at Giunpoint

 

Sunday Stealing: Hodgepodge

1. What's something you've recently accomplished solo? At 70 I moved from New England to Arizona. I think that qualifies.

2.  What's one product you use that never ever fails? I'll go with Dawn.

3. Have you found your place in the world? Where is it? Apparently it's in Phoenix.

4.  Worst movie you ever saw? The first three-Star Wars films sucked moose.

5. What's the last fun thing you did? I hit a bar with good people.

6. What's your favorite Italian dish? I like Italian, but it does not agree with me. Mama Grillo's meatballs were the best!

7. Have you ever been to France? Any desire to visit there, and if so what would site or city would you most want to see? No, but both my daughter & granddaughter have spent time there, if that counts.
 
8. Have you ever been to Disney, any of the parks at all? Are you a Disney superfan or something less than that? They're open right now so tell us, would you go if you had the time/money/a free trip? Not at gunpoint.

9. Your favorite place to go when you want to be quiet as a church mouse? Would those who know you well describe you as more church mouse or perhaps more like mighty mouse? They'd say "mighty" but they might not be right...

10. Do you bake your own bread? Last time you had hot out-of-the-oven homemade bread? What's your favorite kind of bread? Ha

11. What's something you might say is 'the greatest thing since sliced bread'? A great blowjob.

12.  Share with us five little things you're grateful for today. Small blessings. One catch-they all must start with the letter T. Tuck tou.

13. Tell us where you were and something about what life was like when you were 20- 21.I got my first full time radio job. And I got married for the first of three bad choices...

14. What's on the menu at your house this week? Grubhub.

15.Something you recently purchased where a coupon was involved? Do you regularly shop with coupons? Ha, what is a coupon?