Today is my grandson Antonio's 12th Birthday and I wish him all the best in the world! He's been my inspiration, my buddy, my hero and one of the reasons I enjoy being a grandfather so much!
And he's also a bright student at school!
Showing posts with label celebrations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label celebrations. Show all posts
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
VALENTINE'S DAY, 2024!
After many years of singlehood, I think maybe the time has come to replace my Cupid,
whose on target average has been 00.00!
In the meantime, may I wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day with these great pictures of my favorite blonde, Marilyn Monroe!
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Monday, January 1, 2024
Happy New Year 2024...with Harry Harrison!
Harry Harrison was a radio personality, primarily in New York City, for over 50 years. Harrison is the only disc jockey to be a WMCA "Good Guy", a WABC "All-American", and a personality on WCBS-FM's oldies format. Harrison retired in June 2005. He was known as New York's "Morning Mayor" after having hosted morning drive time through most of his career. In 1965, he recorded the holiday narration "May You Always", which was released as a single on Amy Records and made the Billboard Christmas singles chart that year. The recording has been a staple and airs every New Year's Eve on the radio station.
Harry Harrison died peacefully on January 28, 2020, at his home in Westwood, New Jersey, at the age of 89.
This is a copy of the WCBS-FM letter that Harry sends out to those who request the lyrics. But, to truly appreciate it, you have to hear Harry read it.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Happy 9th Birthday, Lorenzo!
It is always a joyful occasion when one of my grandkids celebrates his or her birthday...
and today, it's Lorenzo's turn to have his birthday cake topped with nine candles! Congratulations, kid!
Thursday, November 23, 2023
Saturday, November 11, 2023
VETERAN'S DAY, 2023!
Today is Veteran's Day! In observation of this day, I'm watching episodes of the only four World War series I used to follow as a youngster back in the 1960s.
My top Number One favorite was COMBAT!
Starring Vic Morrow as Sgt. Chip Saunders and Rick Jason as Lt. Gil Hanley it also featured as regular members of their squad, Jack Hogan as Kirby, Dick Peabody as Little John, Pierre Jalbert as Caje, Tom Lowell as Billy, Steven Rogers as Doc # 1 and Conlan Carter as Doc # 2.
Who can forget the immortal phrase: "Checkmate King 2, This Is White Rook, Over"?
THE RAT PATROL was another great favorite of mine, and since each episode was only half an hour long, you could be sure the action was going to be non-stop! The show starred Christopher George, Gary Raymond, Lawrence Casey, Justin Tarr and Hans Gudegast (later known as Eric Braeden) as German Captain Dietrich, who never won a battle against these four soldiers.
GARRISON'S GORILLAS was inspired by the successful 1967 Lee Marvin movie, THE DIRTY DOZEN and starred Ron Harper and Cesare Danova along with Rudy Solari, Brendon Boone and Christopher Cary.
The misadventures of a PT Boat crew in the South Pacific, McHALE'S NAVY was a very funny comedy show with a distinguished cast of performers headed by Ernest Borgnine and featuring newcomer Tim Conway along with Joe Flynn, Carl Ballantine, Gavin MacLeod, Yoshio Yoda, Edson Stroll, Billy Sands, Gay Vinson, John Wright and (not pictured) Bob Hastings.
These are the only war themed shows I enjoyed watching during those years although, of course, there were a few others more like TWELVE O'CLOCK HIGH, COURT MARTIAL, CONVOY, JERICHO, NO TIME FOR SERGEANTS, HOGAN'S HEROES and THE GALLANT MEN but I didn't care much for those.
Whatever the case may be, war TV shows generally speaking, were never as popular as Westerns, Sitcoms, Private Detectives, Crime or Sci-Fi series so it seems to me that the usually moderate ratings explain why these type of programs were so scarce during those days.
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Sunday, October 22, 2023
IT'S ALMUDENA'S 5th BIRTHDAY!
My little princess turns 5 years old today! Happy birthday, you beautiful and sweet girl!
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
EMILIANO'S 12th BIRTHDAY!
Grandson Emiliano is now celebrating his 12th birthday and I wish him all the best in the world! May all your dreams come true, Emi! Love you! 💖👏👏👏
Emiliano - September 6, 2023
Monday, July 3, 2023
Sunday, June 11, 2023
ALLANA'S BIRTHDAY!
Today is very special for me! My dear self-adopted daughter Allana is having her birthday! Here's wishing her all the best in the world! I am so grateful for being a part of her life and I thank my lucky stars for having her as part of my life! She is really the light of my existence. Many happy returns, dear Allana!
Sunday, April 9, 2023
HAPPY EASTER 2023!
I thought the Easter Bunny came to hide the Easter Eggs but as it turns out, there's also an Easter Egg who delivers Chocolate Easter Bunnies!
But never fear...the Easter Bunny is still here!
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Monday, November 28, 2022
Lorenzo's 8th Birthday!
One of my dearest little grandkids, Lorenzo, became 8 years old today!
A big celebration ensued!
Thursday, November 24, 2022
HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY!
I guess this is the one that got away, but hopefully you'll be having a delicious turkey dinner today. Enjoy!
“Freedom From Want” by Norman Rockwell, 1943.
Saturday, October 29, 2022
REBECCA!
My pretty little granddaughter Rebecca was born 8 years ago and it is with great joy and happiness that today we celebrate her birthday! All I can say is, I wish her all sorts of blessings and the best in life always. Rebecca...I love you!
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Birthday Wishes for Two Great Little Kids!
And also a ton of good wishes for her youngest brother, little Ferrán, who was 2 years old this past October 19th. Sending him many hugs and kisses on this momentous occasion!It's no secret that grandchildren give us elders a renewed lease on life!
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