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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FYI: Interesting facts about early morning frost
You have no doubt seen the glistening crystals of an early morning frost but perhaps you are unaware of certain pertinent details to this magical icy mist of nature. I have always been amazed at how the sun beams down upon the frozen crystals giving them a look of shimmering diamonds sparkling on the ground. Frost is actually a thin layer of ice on a solid surface. It forms when water vapor in an above-freezing atmosphere comes in contact with a solid surface where the temperature is below freezing.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in FYI
Step By Step Cast today: Christopher Castile
If you are a fan of old school television you have probably been watching reruns of the programs you used to enjoy. Retro, Decades, MeTV and Heroes networks run classic television shows 24/7. You can also see your favorites from years gone by on Netflix and Hulu. If you were a fan of the Friday night 90s lineup on ABC you probably enjoyed Step By Step. and the little boy with the big frame glasses named Mark. This blended family with 6 children was the 1990s version of the Brady Bunch and a popular sitcom.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Full Moon Madness is real
IIf you have ever wondered if the lunar effect is real and if the full moon caused some people to act out, let me assure you that it is not an old wives tale. I realize there are those who may disagree because evidence is not conclusive. Various police departments throughout the United States have conducted studies on crime rates during the full moon and the results are conflicting. Some locals reported an uptic in criminal behavior while others did not. When it comes to full moon madness, there is medical evidence as well as personal testimonies that outway the naysayers and validates this lunar occurrence.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Futurism
8 little known facts about the Hollywood sign
Hurray for Hollywood! The classic iconic sign which is located high above the Hills in Los Angeles was created in 1921 and erected in 1923. I recently found out a number of little-known facts related to this landmark that might be surprising to others as well. Many movies and television shows were filmed near the Hollywood hills and the location is filled with nostalgia. In this article, I will share 8 significant truths about those famous 9 letters that I believe to be quite significant.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in FYI
Baby Boomer favorites: Apple Jax-Jacks and the Roadrunner
If I walk into a room and cannot recall why, my first born will remind me that I can remember what I was wearing at 7:00 PM on June 14 1968 and give him details of a conversation I had and all the people involved. I know other baby boomers can relate as our long term memories are becoming sharper, while short term recall can sometimes be frustrating. This morning at 5:50 AM a fond memory of one of my favorite cereals came flooding back. I told my children I would write about these random special moments rather than give them the details each time.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Suzanne de Passe has succeeded in a male-dominated industry
A much admired woman of color who has held her own in an industry that has been dominated by men is Suzanne Celeste de Passe. She was portrayed by actress Vanessa Williams in the made for television movie about the life of the Jackson 5. In that film, de Passe's role was traveling with and shaping the Jackson brothers for fame. She also assisted the famous siblings in choosing their wardrobes. Suzanne is an American businesswoman, television, music, and film director. She was born in New York City in either 1946, 1947, or 1948. Her father was Haitian and French, and her mother of Caribbean descent. In 1978 de Passe married actor Paul Lematt and they had 2 children prior to divorcing.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Anna Gordy Gaye the female powerhouse behind Motown
Anna Gordy helped shape Motown When most people think about Motown, it is the founder, Berry Gordy, or the names of the top performers who recorded at the studio that come to mind. What may not be widely known is the role of Anna Gordy, who was behind the scenes of what began as Hitsville, USA in Detroit, Michigan.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Beat
“The Rugrats’: revisiting Angelica Pickles
During COVID, many people are sharing that they are rediscovering favorite television shows on Retro television stations. One program that I am enjoying all over again is Rugrats. This is an American animated children's television series that was created in 1989 by Arlene Klasky, Gábor Csupó, and Paul Germain for Nickelodeon. The programs focuses on a group of toddlers and their day-to-day activities which always seems to involve their life experiences that turn into wonderful adventures in the imaginations of the children.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Rebecca Crumpler the first African American female doctor
I am enjoying this challenge of writing about black femle innovators because I am learning a lot as I research. Today I share with the readers the amzing story of Rebecca Davis, Lee, Crumpler MD. She is an African American woman who dealt with the same issues of other black female innovators of her day which were racism and sexism. As with the other unsung heroes whose stories I have shared, Dr, Crumpler persevered through adversity and promoted diversity and this is why I admire her.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Viva
Mary Ingalls gave Bobby Brady his first kiss
One of the things that I enjoy about retro television is that I pick up on things I missed the first time around. On Valentine's Day MeTV aired romantic episodes of The Brady Bunch. One of them was the 100th show and was titled Never Too Young and focused on the smallest Brady boy, Bobby. He is having trouble understanding why his older brothers, Greg and Peter would rather kiss girls instead of playing ball with him. The elder siblings warn Bobby that one day he will understand but he ignores them.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Judy Reed the first black woman to receive a US patent
You probably never heard of Judy Reed but she left a mark on society as the first African American female on record to ever receive a US patent. American society loves to announce when someone has been the first in a category. Specifically, since Joe Biden has become president we have been introduced to members of his cabinet who are the first African American, black woman, Native American, Hindu, Catholic, and LBGT to hold their respective offices. Their names will go down in history just like Judy Reed, although there actually is not much that is known about this black female innovator.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Viva
The Handwriting is on the Wall origin
The handwriting on the wall Perhaps you or someone you know has used the phrase "The handwriting is on the wall," which indicates that something is coming to an end. This is often said about businesses before they go under.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in History
