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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The Andy Griffith Show transitions to Mayberry RFD
A blast from the long past Mayberry RFD (1968-1971)was the spin-off of The Andy Griffith Show (1960-1968) that came about after Griffith (Andy Taylor) decided to leave the popular sitcom. Don Knotts (Barney Fife) made his exit in 1965 to do feature films and a piece of Mayberry went with him. Cousins Andy and Barney had worked together since day one and their unique dynamic was appreciated and missed.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Cheerio Meredeth portrayed Emma Brand/Emma Watson on The Andy Griffith Show
Emma Watson or Emma Brand? Cheerio Meredith might not be a recognizable name but if you are a fan of The Andy Griffith Show you will recall her portraying Emma Brand who later became Emma Watson. She was only in six episodes during the first two seasons of the show and was mentioned in two more. To fans, it seemed as though she was around Mayberry a lot longer. Emma was sassy and funny and brought life to every episode she appeared in.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Do You Remember: Do They Know It's Christmas?
Portions of this article were assisted by AI. "Do They Know It's Christmas?" is a song written by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, and it was first recorded by the group Band-Aid in 1984. The song was created to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia. The idea for the project originated with Geldof, the lead singer of the Boomtown Rats, who was inspired to take action after seeing television reports about the devastating famine in Ethiopia.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Historical facts differ from the manger scene that is popular during Christmas
Jewish homes were different than what has been portrayed Most television shows and movies about the first Christmas show the Jewish people living in dwellings with only one floor. Manger scenes depict Mary, Joseph, and Jesus in a stable. These are the traditions that have been passed down for centuries but what if historically they are inorrect?
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in History
The saying A picture is worth a thousand words is true
The above photo was taken on Christmas Day 2017. My husband Michael looked happy and healthy and we were told by others that they could see our love for one another in the image. I didn't realize it on that day but this photo would soon tell a story of what I call the long goodbye that took 3 years.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Confessions
Do you remember Christmas in the 1970s?
This article was assisted in part by AI to give the reader a more vivid account of the 1970s holidays. Christmas past During the 1970s I was a preteen, a teenager and a young adult. This was a fun time for the holidays and a great decade to look back and reflect upon. Christmas in the 1970s had a distinct cultural flavor, reflecting the trends and traditions of the time. We all have our own personal memories but here are some aspects that characterized Christmas during that decade in a general manner:
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in FYI
Christmas memories from the 1960s
This article was assisted in part by AI I grew up in the 1960s and lived the Charlie Brown life. Large snowfalls in December, snowball fights, dogs running with the neighborhood kids like Snoopy, church, and school Christmas pageants, plus chopping down your own tree, and exchanging gifts. As I cannot recall all the details of holidays past I thought I would allow AI to assist with what I forgot or customs I was not aware of. I hope this article brings back fond memories for the readers.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in FYI
The evolution of Christmas from the beginning until now has been fascinating
A portion of this article was assisted by AI. Christmas has varied meanings A Charlie Brown Christmas premiered in December 1966 and many generations have enjoyed this holiday animated classic. Families gathered around the television set to watch the Peanuts gang and to hear Linus quote from Luke chapter 2 in the Bible what Christmas is all about.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in FYI
Thurl Ravenscroft was the iconic voice singing You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch in the 1966 classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas
This article was assisted in small part by AI. The distinctive voice that stands alone Thurl Ravenscroft might not be a name you recognize but if you grew up watching the 1966 animated Dr. Seuss classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas as I did you recognize his deep baritone voice. I assumed Boris Karloff who narrated the holiday classic was singing the song "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch" but I was wrong.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
The Andy Griffith Show Christmas Story remains endearing 6 decades later. Top Story - November 2023.
The Andy Griffith Christmas special is a classic The Andy Griffith Show only broadcast one Christmas episode during its eight seasons on CBS (1960-1968). They must have decided you don't need the rest when you have the best because this episode has been beloved for six decades. Loyal fans continue to enjoy it 63 years later." "Christmas Story" first aired on December 19, 1960, during the first season and has been warming the hearts and bringing back fond memories of fans every year since.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Lost in Space actor Mark Goddard was on the soap operas General Hospital and One Life to Live
Soap vet and Lost in Space actor has passed away US Entertainment and other news outlets have reported that actor Mark Goddard passed away on Tuesday, October 10, after a lengthy illness. He will be fondly remembered as Major Don West in the original Lost in Space television series which ran on CBS from 1965-1968.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
A look at some of the most haunted locations in America locations
People differ on how to handle the supernatural I grew up in a home and community where everyone went to the same Baptist Church. We were taught the power in the Name of Jesus and to tell evil spirits to go in His Name and not tolerate them. Others have different views on the supernatural and some embrace it and even search for it. I had a pastor once who said that he would not co-exist in a house with evil and would tell it to leave.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Horror
