Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She enjoys writing about current events, history and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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Ernest T Bass fun facts from The Andy Griffith Show
Howard Jerome Morris was born on September 4, 1919, and passed away on May 21, 2005. He was an American actor, director, and comedian, who had roles on THE TWILIGHT ZONE and THE ALFRED HITCHCOCK HOUR. He lent his voice to characters on the animated series THE JETSONS, THE FLINTSTONES. THE ARCHIES, GARFIELD AND FRIENDS, THE ATOM ANT SHOW, and many more. Morris is best known, however for his role as Ernest T Bass in THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Ronda Jeter portrayed several characters on 'The Andy Griffith Show'
MeTV has a page with a list of 10 of the children who had roles on THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW. Missing, however, is an actress who had several important roles during the course of the series. Her name is Ronda Jeter and she was Opie's girlfriend. You can read about the other children by clicking on the following link.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Mrs. Beasley lives on post FAMILY AFFAIR
Mrs. Beasley was the doll that became famous because of the CBS television series FAMILY AFFAIR that ran from September 12, 1966, to March 4, 1971. Baby boomers, (those born between 1948 and 1964) grew up on that show and have many fond memories of Buffy, Jody, Sissy, Mr. french, Uncle Bill, and Mrs. Beasley. The doll became so popular that the Mattel corporation reproduced and sold many of the Mrs. Beasley's. The dolls can still be purchased today online and cost between $95.00 and $289.00 for originals from 1967.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
The Genius of Junior Walker
Autry DeWalt Mixon Jr. is a name that might not be recognizable but you have surely heard of Junior Walker. He is known to the world for his musical contributions and is best known for his 1964 hit SHOTGUN which was recorded as Junior Walker & the All Stars. Each time I hear this song in recent years, an image from the movie COOLEY HIGH comes to mind because this song was playing during a poignant scene.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Beat
Stress balls have multiple benefits
COVID-19 and sheltering in place have increased the amount of stress and anxiety that a lot of people are dealing with. There is a simple method that is available to everyone that reduces the tension and is quite inexpensive and perhaps in some cases even free. Stress balls are small round or oval-shaped objects, that are filled with a malleable gel, and fit perfectly inside the palm of your hand.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Longevity
Five things you should not say to a grieving widow
My husbands death has affected me like no other death in my family. As I attempt to move on without him I have been surprised at the comments that family and friends have made. There are things that have been said to me by well meaning individuals that I would not say to another grieving woman. I am sharing them in the hope that someone else won’t go through the same.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Families
Dear Young adults, please give older folk a break
I will be 63 on my next birthday and unfortunately am turning into my grandmother. She would be attempting to say one thing and something absolutely different would come out of her mouth. She would call my brothers and me by the names of our cousins and become so frustrated she would smack her hand against her leg and say "Oh sh*t. I am now dealing with the same. I was at Burger King this morning and my grandsons asked for Hash browns. My granddaughter told me she wanted French toast sticks but when I was placing the order I said "A five piece" and French toast sticks would not come to mind. Thankfully the person taking my order knew what I wanted and finished my sentence for me.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Humans
Werner Klemperer and Kim Hamilton’s interesting relationship.
Werner Klemperer is best known for his lovable character of Colonel Whilhelm Klink on the television series HOGAN’s HEROES. Klemperer was a German Jew born on March 22, 1920 and he died on December 6, 2000. He was a stage actor and singer who twice won the Primetime Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 1968 and 1969. Werner Klemperer shared his Jewish herritage with cast mates John Banner (Sergeant Feldwebel Hans Georg Schultz) , Leon Askin (General der Infanterie Albert Burkhalter), Howard Caine , (Major Wolfgang Hochstetter), and Robert Clary as French Army Corporal Louis LeBeau.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Philippe Wynne's tragic life and death
So often we enjoy the music of individuals and groups but have no idea of the pain they may have endured. Television shows such as CENSORED, BEHIND THE MUSIC,and UNSUNG have told some pretty horrific stories about those who entertain us. You can also find out about the lives of popular musicians and singers by searching the Internet. I was recently listening to Knee Deep by Parliament/Funkadelic where Philippe Wynne had a lead part. I recalled that he had died young from a heart attack and decided to research his story. I had no idea of the harsh life he lived and the tragedies that befell his family.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Beat
Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek Park is considered an oasis within city limits. It is a "large urban park that bisects the Northwest quadrant of Washington, D.C." This park was created in 1890 by an Act of Congress and today is administered by the National Park Service. Rock Creek Park is a true a gem within our nation's capital. The park is 1,754 acres and the third national park to be designated by the federal government.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Beat
