Feel like having a little snack? Maybe just a small bite of something? Then you might want to take a look at the pictures below -- but I'm afraid the appetizing food they show is not edible. It seems that there are a lot of people who have made a hobby of creating tiny models … Continue reading A Different Look At Finger Food
Author: BG
BG (aka The Big Geez) is a retiree who who has spent over a decade generating the Geezer Music Club, where he tries to prove that geezers can stay in touch with today's world. . .and still find time for the trimming of ear hair.
The Artistry Of Art Van Damme
Although he might not be as well remembered as the guys we mentioned in a recent piece about accordions (Lawrence Welk and Myron Floren), Art Van Damme had some distinctions of his own. In addition to a long career in radio and TV, he was a respected jazz musician with an international reputation, and he … Continue reading The Artistry Of Art Van Damme
Whitewall Tires Have Lost Their Coolness
So I was parked in a supermarket lot today waiting for Mrs. Big Geez to do her grocery shopping thing, an activity for which -- imagine this -- she doesn't want my assistance, when I spotted a geezer in a big car sporting whitewall tires. (The car, not the geezer.) They were the narrow kind, … Continue reading Whitewall Tires Have Lost Their Coolness
Jody Reynolds’ Classic Tearjerker
One of the mainstays of early rock and roll was the tearjerker song, especially the kind that spoke of a sadly departed lover. There were plenty of memorable ones around, including "Teen Angel" and "Tell Laura I Love Her," but one of the earliest -- and best -- was "Endless Sleep," a million-seller for Jody … Continue reading Jody Reynolds’ Classic Tearjerker
I Don’t Miss Smoking, But. . .
I quit smoking over thirty years ago, and even though the urge hung around for a surprisingly long time I eventually got to the point where I didn't miss it. And I can confidently say that I still don't, but I realized something the other day -- I kind of miss the gadgety aspect of … Continue reading I Don’t Miss Smoking, But. . .
Appreciating Gospel Music For Its Own Sake
Although I believe that a person's spiritual beliefs are a private thing, I will confess that I'm not a regular church-goer -- in fact, the last time I attempted to sing a hymn my voice probably hadn't yet changed. But I've found that there are certain kinds of gospel music that really appeal to me, … Continue reading Appreciating Gospel Music For Its Own Sake
A New Year’s Day To Remember
The start of a new year inevitably makes me think of a memorable occasion about a dozen years ago. If you've done the math, then you know I'm referring to Y2K -- January 1st, 2000 -- when the world was nervously awaiting the arrival of the dreaded Millennium Bug. I was right in the middle … Continue reading A New Year’s Day To Remember
Visions Come To Life For The New Year
Those of you who partied a little too much this weekend might be forgiven if you think some things in the pictures below look a little familiar. After all, seeing strange visions is often a part of the whole process of seriously overindulging. (Thanks to 'M' for the pictures.) Frank Sinatra - "It Was A … Continue reading Visions Come To Life For The New Year
Ohio Express Specialized In Bubblegum Pop
One of the many genres bouncing around the music scene in the 1960s was something known as 'bubblegum pop', a light and frothy sound that seems a little silly now but often featured some surprisingly addictive tunes. One that might qualify is a million-seller from a group known as Ohio Express, an instantly recognizable song … Continue reading Ohio Express Specialized In Bubblegum Pop
A Guy And His Christmas Toy
The only difference between men and boys is the price of their toys. Folks, I'm not gonna kid you. I'm having so much fun playing with my new Christmas toy that I was reluctant to put it down so that I could write this post. (In case you haven't figured it out by now, my … Continue reading A Guy And His Christmas Toy
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