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Buttons and Bows
Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.
1) The lyrics extol the beauty of "rings and things and buttons and bows." When you're getting dressed, do you give much thought to accessorizing? I always wear earrings and have a few favorites that I usually go to. Earrings and my watch daily. If I am dressing up a bit, I might wear a necklace and a bracelet. I don't wear scarves often (too hot) and really don't give it too much thought.
2) Dinah Shore sings that she doesn't want to live where the cactus hurts her toes. Sam can sympathize, as she has a blister on one of her toes from where her winter boots rub. Do you have any aches and pains to report this morning? Oh, please don't get me started. Just read a couple of my older posts...
3) Dinah was such a popular entertainer that people were surprised to learn she earned a degree in sociology from Vanderbilt University. What is something we'd be surprised to know about you? Well, some of my longer-time blogging friends know, but I graduated from Warner University, Magna Cum Laude, at age 50. My degree is in Organizational Management with a finance concentration. It was my 50th birthday present to myself and I was so blessed to have Joe's support through all the night and weekend classes and all the studying and homework. Warner University is a Christian university and I was asked to give the Call To Worship at the graduation ceremony.
1) The lyrics extol the beauty of "rings and things and buttons and bows." When you're getting dressed, do you give much thought to accessorizing? I always wear earrings and have a few favorites that I usually go to. Earrings and my watch daily. If I am dressing up a bit, I might wear a necklace and a bracelet. I don't wear scarves often (too hot) and really don't give it too much thought.
2) Dinah Shore sings that she doesn't want to live where the cactus hurts her toes. Sam can sympathize, as she has a blister on one of her toes from where her winter boots rub. Do you have any aches and pains to report this morning? Oh, please don't get me started. Just read a couple of my older posts...
3) Dinah was such a popular entertainer that people were surprised to learn she earned a degree in sociology from Vanderbilt University. What is something we'd be surprised to know about you? Well, some of my longer-time blogging friends know, but I graduated from Warner University, Magna Cum Laude, at age 50. My degree is in Organizational Management with a finance concentration. It was my 50th birthday present to myself and I was so blessed to have Joe's support through all the night and weekend classes and all the studying and homework. Warner University is a Christian university and I was asked to give the Call To Worship at the graduation ceremony.
4) Dinah was the best selling version of this song, which was introduced by Bob Hope in the movie The Paleface. Hope had success early in his career as a song-and-dance man on Broadway. Are you better at telling jokes, singing or dancing? I am a terrible joke-teller. I always blow it in some way so I don't even try anymore. At 68 years old with bad knees, I don't dance anymore but used to love it. I've had lessons in tap, ballet, modern jazz (all when I was a youngster) and later in life, I took lessons in clogging (loved it) and Joe and I took ballroom style dancing lessons together when we were dating. I do enjoy singing but don't do it much anymore. When my thyroid was removed, my voice box was messed up for about three months and, though it got better, I don't sing as well as I used to. My range is very limited now. Perhaps I could sing bass with the guys! I'm no longer an alto or baritone.
5) Both Bob and Dinah donated their time to entertain the troops in WWII. It was during a USO tour that Dinah met and fell in love with actor George Montgomery, who was serving in the Air Force. They were married for 20 years and had two children. Their daughter followed her parents into show business and became an actress. If a young person asked you for career advice, what would you tell them? Find something you love and have a passion for. If you can do that you will be much happier. Don't let any job steal your joy!!
6) Dinah was an avid golfer and even sponsored an LPGA tournament. She was also an excellent cook who hosted TV cooking segments. Which would you find more relaxing -- an afternoon on the golf course or in the kitchen? I haven't played golf in over 35 years (I was not very good) but being on the course is usually a great way to spend 3-5 hours. I would go if I could just drive the golf cart now! I enjoy cooking for special occasions but get weary trying to cook for just the two of us.
7) In 1948, the year this record was a hit, Scrabble was introduced. Do you prefer word games, card games, board games or jigsaw puzzles? I am just not an avid game player. I enjoy it now and then for short periods of time because I enjoy the people I am playing with. I do have a word game on my Kindle that I play once a day and I play solitaire on my phone sometimes.
8) Also in 1948, LPs (33 1/3 rpm records) were introduced. Do you have any vinyl records in your home? I have two albums tucked away in the closet. One is a record of our marching band when I was a sophomore and the other is a gospel record that my uncle sings in. I haven't had a record player in over 35 years.
9) Random question -- Which of these would you consider the greatest insult: to be called boring, untrustworthy or stupid? To be untrustworthy. Please don't insult my integrity. I'm sure I am boring to many - it is what it is. I know I'm not stupid so I would consider the person making the accusation as more stupid than me.
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Well, good for you! You're a great example of it never being too late to get more education. I've always remembered Dear Abby's advice to an older woman who wanted to get a medical degree and who was getting all kinds of discouragement from her family because she'd be so old when she was done she'd only be able to practice for a couple of years. Dear Abby said that, yes, all that was true, but how old will you be if you don't do it? That has stuck with me my whole life.
ReplyDeleteYou expressed your answer to #9 perfectly! That's how I feel, too.
Have a blessed and wonderful day, Terri!
Love your answers. My father loved watching Dinah Shore on TV..she sang a song in the ads for Chevrolet, too. Perfect answer on the last question. Have a great weekend. xo Diana
ReplyDelete...and you know my story about education, grin. I am firm believer that it is never too late to do something you want, smiles.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day, friend.
I graduated as an RN at 45 so I can relate to your college experience. I have never played golf. I always like Dinah Shore way back when! Hope your weekend is a good one.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this glimpse into the life of Dinah Shore. I remember her.
ReplyDeleteIt showed a lot of determination and perseverance to get your college degree at the age of 50. You are a good woman (and entirely trustworthy!!).
Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteWhat a super line, "Please don't insult my integrity"! All your answers, actually. More often than I'd like to admit, I tried learning to play golf. And failed in epic fashion. Tho' my last (full-time) job provided generous salary/benefits, yes. I allowed it to steal my joy. Preach it, friend!
ReplyDeleteI love your answer to #3! That is just awesome! I went back to college in my late 30's for my education degree. It is hard working full time, having a family and going to school. That is how my blog got named what it is...Lori's Busy Life. I am not that busy anymore, but I kept the name. Good for you! Loved your answers! Have a nice weekend.
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I think it's great that you went back to school in your late 40s, Terri, and that's something I didn't know about you before this. I, too, returned to school for a teaching degree when in my late 30s/early 40s. One of the best decisions I ever made!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed weekend, my friend!
This was a fun one. I usually wear necklaces, always wear a watch and usually earrings too. I like to wear scarves too.
ReplyDeleteI think it's great that you graduated at 50 and then you made good use of that degree!