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Apr 22 2010

Happy Earth Day!

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Here’s a few tips on how you can help:
1. Install a $30 light dimmer, which will both save you money and help the earth.
2. Turn your faucets off when your not using them. Brushing your teeth, washing your face, washing dishes fill the sink before you begin. Take more baths than shower! Also make sure [...]

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Mar 11 2010

Fashion blast from the past

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“House bonnets” were worn in the 1800s to keep the hair tidy and outside to keep dust out of the hair. The tradition of having an Easter bonnet came from women switching from winter to summer bonnets.
 Bonnets became obsolete sometime in the early 20th century. Except for the obvious exception being in babies and small [...]

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Mar 04 2010

Where Have You Been? Mr. T

Laurence Tureaud is best known for his role as B. A. Baracus on the television series A-Team and as the boxer  Clubber Lang in Rocky III. Dude stood out with his mohawk and garish jewelry.
He first caught the attention of Sylvester Stallion on NBC’s “America’s Toughest Bouncer” competition. His catchphrase, “I pity the fool!”, came [...]

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Mar 04 2010

Old Skool: Game Shows

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 The Newlywed Game(1966-2000) put fresh married couples on a panel and asked them candid questions. These questions were designed to get a laugh off of and never failed to get great responses. If you look back at this show you wonder what the women were thinking with that hair. And did theses marriages last. This [...]

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Mar 04 2010

Fashion Blast from the way Past

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For centuries before ours men have been caught sporting wigs. Even our first president was caught sporting the style. The white judge wig was made of various things including  horsehair, human hair, wool, feathers, buffalo hair, or synthetic materials. They have been used to cover baldness, keep lice away and a sign of wealth/level in society.
White [...]

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Feb 25 2010

2000’s T.V. and Culture

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       Am I the only one who sees humor in this picture? American Idol first debuted in 2002 with judges Simon, Randy and Paula. No, there wasn’t a Kara or an Ellen, hell Ryan Seacrest was a nobody then. The first season had talents like Kelly Clarkson and Justin Guarini. It was something that America [...]

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Feb 25 2010

Old Skool Phrase: Bling Bling

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 Bling bling
Everytime I come around yo city
Bling bling
Pinky ring worth about fifty
Bling bling
Everytime I buy a new ride
Bling bling
Lorinsers on Yokahama tires
Bling bling
      The Hot Boyz came up with the  phrase in 1999 and by 2000 it was huge sensation. Hip Hop celebrities began to wear many flashy rings, chains, and watches so it was only fitting [...]

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Feb 25 2010

Fashion Throwback

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      Petticoats have been a staple in women’s fashion for hundreds of years. They came about mid 16th century and have been redesigned but are still are worn all over the world today. However, they are not nearly as popular as they were in the 50s poodle skirt craze. Would you rock a petticoat today?

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Feb 18 2010

60’s Toys and T.V.

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       The Flinestones was first debuted in the 1960’s. The show is set in the town of  Bedrock. The main character Fred is always in some sort of trouble and head of the Flintstone clan. His wife was Wilma Flinestone and the couple had a daughter named Pebbles. His best friend neighbor Barney Rubble and [...]

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Feb 18 2010

1960’s: Cost of Living

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     In 1960 a new house cost $12,700.00 and by 1969 was $15,500.00
     In 1960 the average income per year was $5,315.00 and by 1969 was $8,540.00
    In 1960 a gallon of gas was 25 cents and by 1969 was 35 cents
    In 1960 the average cost of new car was $2,600.00 and by 1969 [...]

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