Saturday 9...

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Jack and Diane

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Jack and Diane (1982)

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

1) The video for this song features lots of snapshots. Do you have many physical photo albums? Or do you store your pictures digitally?  I got rid of photos and photo albums (gave some to my sister, Tammy).  I scanned most of them and prefer having them at hand and not taking up space in a closet or on a shelf.

 

2) This song tells the story of "two American kids growing up in the heartland." Young Jack dreams of being a football star. When you were in high school, did you fantasize about stardom?  No, not even a little. 

3) Diane wears Bobbie Brooks slacks (at least briefly). Bobbie Brooks is a popular brand at Walmart. If you had a $50 gift card for Walmart, would you be more likely to use it toward groceries, clothes, household items, or electronics?  It wouldn't go far in the electronics department.  I would most likely use it for groceries.

4) They go to the Tasty Freeze. If you were to run out for fast food right now, where would you go?  I wouldn't run out.  I would have something delivered but there are many restaurants and fast food options within five or ten minutes of my house.  China Wok and Domino's Pizza are two favorites (and they both deliver).  Right up the street is Chili's, Longhorn, Fish City Grill, Grillsmith, Crispers, Papas (Greek), Subway, Jersey Mike's, Abuelo's, Burger King, McDonald's... etc. 

5) When John Mellencamp made this record, he was known professionally as "John Cougar," a stage name suggested by his manager. He has said that adopting a stage name is something he regrets. Looking over your life, if you could take a "do over," what one thing would you like to do differently?  I've answered this many times and it will always be the same. I wouldn't change anything because the past has made me who I am today and I am content to be who I am and right where I am.  Yes, I made mistakes but I learned from them. Life is too short for regrets.

 
6) Even though he suffered a heart attack, John Mellencamp continues to smoke, admitting that nicotine is something he simply can't kick. Do you have a habit you wish you could break?  Eating carbs. I admit to the addiction.  Pasta, potatoes, rice... So hard to stop.

 

7) John's daughter Teddi was one of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. She went on to join the cast of Big Brother. Do you watch any reality shows?  First of all, the "reality" shows are all rehearsed so they aren't really reality.  I do enjoy Swamp People, The Voice, the HGTV makeovers, and some of the cooking shows.  It's all good entertainment.

8) In 1982, when this song was popular, William Windsor was born. He's better known by his job title. Without looking it up, do you know who he is?  I don't have to look it up.  Prince William is a Windsor.  I have been watching "The Crown" over the past couple of weeks.  My first time watching it and I am enjoying it.

 

9) Random question: What do you do when you can't sleep?  I rarely have trouble sleeping but when I do, I just read a bit more. Speaking of reading, I just finished "The 56" and enjoyed it immensely.  Not my usual entertaining Cozy Mystery but I learned a lot and feel humble before those men who gave so much for this country.

Peace & hugs!

God is true, living, and everlasting!

PS: If you will, please pray for my sister, Patti.  She is in the hospital with atrial fibrillation, probably from the immunotherapy she has been getting for the melanoma she had removed. There are many side effects from it and irregular heartbeat is one.  Hoping they get her back in sinus rhythm quickly.  Thank you!