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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‘I Gotcha ‘ revisiting the hit song by Joe Tex
Joe Tex had hit records by being sexist only I did not know it at the time. I didn’t give much thought to “ Skinny Legs and All” (1967) even though I myself was teased for having thin legs. I laughed at his hit “Ain’t Gonna Dance No More With No Big Fat Woman”(1977). I never considering that some heavy set women might have been offended or ridiculed by others because of the lyrics. Along with many others in 1972, I thought “ I Gotcha” was cute.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Beat
Stranger Things Ending and the Parallel to the Return of Christ
Parallels to scripture Stranger Things is a Netflix series created by the Duffer brothers. As a believer in Jesus Christ, I saw parallels in the final episode that reminded me of what the Bible says about the end of time and His Second Coming.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
My husband and I never shut each other out of the bedroom
"When I came home last night, you wouldn't make love to me." This is the opening line of the 1981 Rick James hit Give It to Me Baby. The sentiment of a woman withholding sex is a part of the fabric of many relationships.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Confessions
Pumpkin Seeds May Assist With Frequent Urination
Pumpkin Seeds have a purpose Some men and women over age 50 deal with frequent urination even when they don't drink a lot of liquids. Prostate issues and menopause could be the root and Pumpkin seeds may offer some relief, according to medical research.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in FYI
Hail to the chief
If you watched the Inauguration events for Joe Biden, on January 20 you probably heard something that you gave no thought to. The day and evening events for the 46th President of the United States included the song “ Hail to the Chief”. What you might not have realized, however, is that it has been a while since we have heard this song as it was not utilized much during the previous administration. President number 45, Donald Trump rarely used the traditional melody to introduce himself when making public appearances. He opted instead for his own pep rally music when he spoke in front of his supporters.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in The Swamp
Amazing Grace: the history behind the popular song
On Wednesday, January 20, 2021 Country singer Garth Brooks sang Amazing Grace during the Inauguration of Joe Biden. For many, this was not unexpected for the 46th President of the United States. Amazing Grace is a popular song that is heard often at funerals, in real-time as well as reel-time. It seems to be the song of choice in times of crisis such as in the aftermath of the terrorist attack during 911. There is also a rich history behind the origin of this hymn/folk song. The words to "Amazing Grace" were penned in 1772 by English poet and Anglican clergyman John Newton and was officially published in 1779. Newton wrote Amazing Grace from his own personal experience.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Beat
Martin Luther King Jr. and the love he lost
In 1973, R&B group Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes had a hit single titled The Love I Lost. I thought of this tune today after reading a story about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a love he lost from his college days. The tale is quite tragic because there was only one reason 19-year-old Dr. King and Betty Moitz could not marry.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Humans
National Bootleggers Day is January 17
Disclaimer Alcoholism is a serious disease and there is nothing funny about it and making your own spirits is illegal in this nation. Having said that this article takes a lighthearted look at the art of moonshining and is in no way promoting the sale of illegal liquor so please enjoy it for what it is.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Proof
How to allow yourself to cry and grieve when someone you love dies
This poem and article is not to treat, cure, or diagnose any emotional illnesses. This is information which may be beneficial to some who feel that others around them don't want them to grieve a loss.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Motivation
Radishes may relieve respiratory problems
I grew up in a county where everyone had a garden and ate healthy, except me. My cousins and friends would grab veggies straight out of the garden and eat apples, plums, pears, cherries, and persimmons right off the trees. For whatever reason, I had a strange appetite and no desire to eat fruits and veggies. As I got older and began understanding the role nutrition plays in our overall health, I began trying and enjoying more fresh foods. There are vegetables that I will eat when they are together in a garden salad, and radishes just happen to be one.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Longevity
