Music without words. Is that possible anymore? Today’s music consists mainly of light rock, heavy metal and rap. It would be hard to do rat-a-tat rap music without words like “Ho’s in the hood” or rock music without a pounding beat and an echo chamber for the soloist. But Boomers remember when there was great music, and no words whatsoever. We called them … [Read more...]
Smell Like a Man
It was television that triggered the explosion in sales of men’s fragrances. Before TV, there were a handful of scents on the market – Mennen, Pinaud Clubman, Williams After Shave and a couple of others. But in the late 50s and 60s, people – especially men people – would buy most anything that was advertised. And we Boomers bought a pile of fragrances. Let’s go back and see. Old … [Read more...]
Unexpected Company
During the brief snow storm last week, I distributed an extra-large amount of seeds across over the back yard. Naturally, I had lots of visitors. I counted 20 different varieties of birds during the day, but I had a little unexpected company. Around mid-morning, a pair of beautiful Pileated Woodpeckers flew into the yard, attached themselves to the trunk of an old cherry tree and began … [Read more...]
Two-Tone Finishes Hot This Year
By Nancy B While at the Lighting Market in January, not only was black being displayed as a new popular finish but two-tone finishes were also shown and will be a big hit. Black and gold, black and silver, gold and silver as well as black and bronze are sure to be winners. The two-tone finishes are quite nice and it enables us to be a little more creative while tying in with our furniture, … [Read more...]
Bass Tips
Capt. Steve Chaconas It’s likely that below 40-degree water is gone. Every degree warm-up will encourage fish to move up from drops. Longer days will help. But what to use? Silver Buddy lures are still the best. Try the ½ ounce silver with clearer water and sunny skies, otherwise go for the gold. The smaller ¼ ounce size will also work, but water clarity is more important. Line is … [Read more...]
Spatchcock Barbeque Game Hens
Spatchcock Barbeque Game Hens. Boy, that’s a mouthful, but it’s a good tasting mouthful. Want a nice change of pace? Try spatch-cocking a Cornish game hen and cooking it on the grill with a little Charlie Mills BBQ Sauce. I just did and it was mighty good. A few weeks back, I had bought 4 frozen Cornish game hens in anticipation of a company dinner. But inclement weather meant no … [Read more...]
Sight Fishing Report
By Capt. Alan Cain 2018 was a very rainy/bad weather year here in NC. We had over 102 inches of rain in Wilmington. It made for tough fishing and very dirty water most of the year. In 9 years of guiding and 14 years living here in Wilmington, this past year was the worst weather and most challenging fishing I have ever seen. Most everyone I have talked to agrees it was the … [Read more...]
(Almost) Disposable Gas Grills
I enjoy cooking on the grill. Like the post office guy, neither rain, nor snow, nor sleet or hail can prevent me from making my rounds to the back patio to cook a steak, some dogs or a number of other charred delights. But what I don’t enjoy is a gas grill that gives up the ghost after 1 or 2 seasons. I have owned 2 or 3 high-dollar, stainless steel grills with all the bells and … [Read more...]
Par for the Course of Life
Rev. James A. Rhone On July 27, 1986, the Rev. James A. Rhone delivered this sermon at First Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville. Many consider it one of the finest sermons of all time in explaining the true meaning of faith and Christianity. We will print this in three parts. Save them all and reprint them as one and pass it on. It is a powerful piece. What … [Read more...]
Tuna Fish, Anyone?
Big bluefin tuna are stealing the spotlight on the saltwater scene. With the weather improving (slightly) more boats have made offshore jaunts, and many are connecting with the big boys – 500 pounds and more. Some good news from the Outer Banks:The 2.8-mile new Oregon Inlet Bridge is now open to traffic. It replaces the old Herbert C. Bonner which was built in 1963. Now the old bridge has to be … [Read more...]
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