I first wrote this column years ago, when I needed a new vacuum. I hated the bag-less then, and I hate it now, only now, they no longer make vacuums with bags, as I discovered when I had to buy a new one again last week. If only my current story's end could have been as happy as the one at the end of this old column.... I should have known it [...]
Mary Fran Bontempo From a meat dress to a Golden Globe win, to an Academy Award nomination, Lady Gaga continues to surprise. Her rendition of the National Anthem at yesterday's Super Bowl was pretty fantastic. Not Whitney Huston, but a decent first runner-up. If you missed, see the full performance, below.
By: Mary Fran Bontempo This past week, my high school boyfriend came back into my life. No, it's not romantic in any way--we're both happily married. In fact, not only isn't it romantic, I kind of threatened his life. A few days ago, I received a Facebook friend request from John. And no, I won't give you his last name, although anyone who sees the attached pictures and knows us will easily recognize [...]
Published on Jan 24, 2016 The video below was created by teacher, Scot Pankey and his students at A. Maceo Smith New Tech High School. What this amazing teacher asked of his students is below in his own words. Just incredible! Be sure to check out the video on You Tube and congratulations to this inspiring teacher and his equally inspiring students! "I asked my kids at A. Maceo Smith New Tech High [...]
By: Mary Fran Bontempo Last Sunday saw the Golden Globes, the Oscars' drunken cousin, again assaulting the airwaves with its annual public Hollywood A.A. meeting airing on NBC. As an awards season junkie, yes, I watched, and as always, I have some thoughts and opinions, which will never be taken into account by anyone but me, to share. The Globes always make me feel better about myself, especially because it's the one awards [...]
My New Year's resolution. Which I'll not likely manage to fulfill. Oh well. --Mary Fran
I wrote this post a few years ago, when my best friend moved back to her home state of Minnesota (something I will never understand, especially as winter approaches). And I've since lost my dog, whom I miss daily (I know a dog isn't a "whom," but she was to me). Anyway, all of the sentiments still hold true. Enjoy, and Happy Holidays! By: Mary Fran Bontempo This year, it’s tissues. Every year, [...]
