Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl enjoys writing about current events, soap spoilers and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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A Planetary Alignment will coincide with Mercury Retrograde
Double phenomena in the heavens Some people say in jest that the planets have aligned in their favor when life works the way they desire. Were you aware that there are seasons when things do line up in the heavens? There will be a planetary alignment AKA a planet parade, on February 28, 2026.
By Cheryl E Prestonabout 2 hours ago in FYI
Robert Carradine and his Brothers have a lasting Hollywood legacy
Robert Carradine was a beloved entertainer The death of Robert Carradine at 71 has shocked the entertainment industry and his fans. His brother, Keith Carradine, revealed that the actor dealt with bipolar disorder and died by suicide on February 23.
By Cheryl E Prestonabout 22 hours ago in Geeks
Daylight Saving Time Turns 60 and Arrives Earlier This Year
It's time to Spring Forward Daylight Saving Time is when we Spring Forward and turn clocks up one hour. It was once the last Sunday in March, but it has been coming earlier. This year, we lose an hour of sleep on March 8, and 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of this annual change that gives more daylight in the evenings.
By Cheryl E Preston2 days ago in FYI
King James VI: Little-Known Facts About the Author of the King James Bible
James the infant king King James VI is widely known for the Bible translation that bears his name. The KJV is the most widely used of all versions of the holy scriptures. Who was this man who continues to be a controversial figure today?
By Cheryl E Preston2 days ago in History
Bill Mumy and Barry Livingston have been lifelong friends
A friendship that remained for six decades My Three Sons and Lost in Space remain favorite television shows for Baby Boomers who grew up watching them. Two cast members from these beloved series, Bill Mumy and Stanley Livingston, have revealed that they have remained lifelong friends. They also have not been involved in the scandals that have plagued other child stars.
By Cheryl E Preston2 days ago in Geeks
King Charles, Queen Camilla, and Princess Diana: Their lives were altered by the V word
King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla Shand-Parker Bowles seem to have found their happy ending, but it was a long and bumpy road. A lot of the drama that got them here could have been avoided if they were allowed to marry when they first fell in love.
By Cheryl E Preston4 days ago in Geeks
If you can January and February, you can March right on
My maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Ragsdale Prease, had a lot of idioms, wise sayings and adages she shared with us. One was about the third month of the year. She would say, "If you can January and February, then you can March right on".
By Cheryl E Preston4 days ago in Poets
March is the month with much folklore
The third month on our calendar is March, and there are quite a few little-known facts about this month. There are also old sayings that many baby boomers heard from their parents or grandparents. I will share a few that may bring back fond memories for some and be introduced to others for the first time.
By Cheryl E Preston4 days ago in FYI
Tony Geary: Why couldn't he get what he wanted from fans and executives of General Hospital?
Now that the third and final tribute to Anthony Geary is over, a question to ask is, why were General Hospital execs and fans so obsessed with Luke Spencer? Geary walked away from the soap in 2015 to retire and said he would not return.
By Cheryl E Preston4 days ago in Geeks
Jacqueline Jackson is an example of a wife who honored her wedding vows.
Jacqueline Jackson is now the widow of Jesse Jackson, who was a preacher, and a controversial civil rights leader, and a politician. This picture speaks a thousand words to many other widows and me. The Jacksons were married for 63 years, and through all of their challenges, they remained together. This is not easy when one is in the public eye.
By Cheryl E Preston4 days ago in History
Phyllis calls Daniel a traitor on The Young and the Restless
Will Daniel and Phyllis become estranged again? When is enough enough? It appears that Daniel Romolatti might be answering this question on Monday on The Young and the Restless. Phylis Summers will turn on her son and call him a traitor which is the pot calling the kettle black.
By Cheryl E Preston5 days ago in Geeks
