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In 1964, we didn’t know about things like fast computers, IPODs, fast auto insurance quotes online, cell phones, buying everything under the sun on auction sites on the internet, instant messaging. It did not exist for us. An instant message was when a friend called on the phone we now call a land line. We were still buying real vinyl records in speeds like 45s and 33 1/3 and playing them on a record player. The top twenty were on the radio at night. And we loved to listen to groups that talked about broken hearts, fast cars, crashes on the curves, surfing and going to the prom. We girls screamed listening to the Beatles. The boys never understood why we did that.

One of my favorite groups was The Supremes. Diana Ross was there but she had not been spotlighted just yet. Originally a quartet in the 50s, they came on the scene with three wonderful singers when one of the girls left the group. This particular song came out in 1964. Here are The Supremes with Diana Ross singing lead. The song is Baby Love.

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I noticed that it’s been a couple of days since I wrote something here. Usually, I have a few things to talk about. Mostly, it has to do with getting good deals online or at the store, saving money and the pain at the pump that is a constant problem. Today, I am sitting here trying to come up with something to write and it just is not happening. Writer’s block is something I have dealt with before on another blog that I have. But here, this is an unusual situation. And I am certain that it will not stay this way but for now, I am blocked. Nada. Nothing happening. Sigh.

Perhaps I could give you a touch of the old time stuff. I love to share music, especially for the Boomers. That might work.

I found one that I know is really old since it was out there when I was in high school. That makes it the 60’s though I do not have a date on it. The singer is Marcie Blane. And by the way, for those of you who have no clue what that round thing is…it’s a real record on a turntable. Yes, there really is such a thing as a turntable. The song is “Bobby’s Girl”. Hope you like it.

Yes, I did like that song then. Kind of like it now too. It wasn’t all sad. That makes it okay for me right there.

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I was thinking about all those times when we bought batteries and more batteries. You know, I think we spent a lot of money on batteries for the longest time until we finally decided that although the rechargeable batteries are a lot more expensive to start with than those that are always on sale at or near the cash register they were going to save us money in the end.

How? Well, for one thing, they are rechargeable. Guess you didn’t see that coming? Of course, they do expire some day but while you have them, they sure do a lot more than the usual batteries that I have had experiences with. For instance, I used to work at a place where the best way to entertain yourself while you work (it was sort of mindless stuff), you could bring your own music with you. I had a tape player with earphones. It took four batteries that ran out about half way into the day. I could not use those batteries for very long. That got tiring quickly, I can tell you. When I discovered rechargeable batteries, I was really happy. My husband took his tape player to work as well. Those batteries simply needed to be changed out with the others that he had run out that day. Yes!!!

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It’s really hard to get noticed in the world of music since there are so many good singers in the world. But it takes someone who is special to grab us with their music. It looks like Alisa Apps is one such person. Having grown up in difficult circumstances, rising out of the negative into the positive, she has begun to make a name for herself.

Most recently, she was seen at a top shopping mall in the country, Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade, challenging people to sing with her. The song was Jingle Bells. How many people do you think actually sang with her? Would you? Here is a video of Alisa Apps and shoppers singing Jingle Bells…well, they try.

Did she really have to chase people down to sing? Come on, folks. It’s just Jingle Bells. Who doesn’t know Jingle Bells? Well, apparently a lot of folks. Hey guys, don’t quit your day jobs!! Alisa Apps, you go right ahead and sing away. Great voice!

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What I love about this time of year are the songs that are always being sung and played in the stores, on the radio and on the television. So many favorites from a long time ago are the ones I love the best. Each time I hear them, it puts me more and more into the Christmas spirit. The first one I came across was by the Gaither Vocal Band singing The Christmas Song. Featured are David Phelps and Mark Lowry.

And one more for your pleasure. This time it’s David Phelps alone singing Oh Holy Night! I hope you enjoy these wonderful videos of Christmas songs.

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For some years, I had heard Patsy Cline on the radio. Then, she died in a plane crash in 1963. For a while, the songs she sang were heard. But after a while, they faded into the night and I did not hear much of her music until Loretta Lynn’s movie, Coal Miner’s Daughter, came out. Once again, I heard Patsy Cline songs being sung by Beverly D’Angelo. She sounded just like Patsy. How refreshing to hear her again.

Here is an old recording of Patsy Cline singing Walkin’ After Midnight.

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I was reminded of a really great movie that Dick Van Dyke was in some years ago called Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. The movie is good for the whole family, something that is sadly lacking in today’s offerings, for the most part. If you are looking for really good movies for the kids, this one is a gem. Loved by all of our extended family, we bring it out when someone wants to see a clean and happy movie. Here is the title song from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!!

Why not give this movie for a fun present to the kids or the whole family!! Something to watch on those cold, snowy nights.

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I am a Trekkie and not ashamed to admit it. For years, I have loved the original series, Next Generation and all of the movies. They are fantastic. I do have one problem with the last movie made…no one should kill off Data regardless of the story. BAH!

But the rest of the movies and series are great. With that in mind, I did come across a video song that covers the theme of the original series quite well. The only thing is that this is a bit different, just a little. Here is Star Trekkin’.

Were you impressed? LOL!

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These guys were on several shows in the 60s. I recall them being on Ed Sullivan and other variety shows. For a while, they were everywhere on the tube. I really liked their music. As always, my parents really did not like the songs or the sound because they grew up in the days of classical music, big band era and all those show tunes that meant so much to them. But my music was more from the 50s and 60s so I craved the faster songs like Do You Believe In Magic? by the Lovin’ Spoonful.

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This group has been around a long time. I love the sound because it was so different in the 60s. After all, a guy didn’t sound like a girl, right? But Frankie Valli was not afraid to do the unusual. And it worked!! They showed up on the top twenty on our radio station rather often. Now, here are Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons singing Big Girls Don’t Cry from 1962.

As always, if you like what you see but you want more of these singers or others on here, please leave your requests in the comments box. Thank you!

Happy Shopping!!

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