Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ James Darren ~ Old Fashioned Stuffed Peppers ~ National Kitten Day

  

Good 60º morning.

 

 

Yesterday we started at 59º and topped at 111º.

 

 

Picture of the Day😮

 

 

Interesting about James Darren...........

 

 

James William Ercolani (born June 8, 1936), known by his stage name James Darren, is an American television and film actor, television director, and singer. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, he had notable starring and supporting roles in films including Gidget (1959) and its sequels, The Gene Krupa Story (1959), All the Young Men (1960), The Guns of Navarone (1961), and Diamond Head (1962). As a teen pop singer, he achieved hit singles including "Goodbye Cruel World" in 1961. He later became more active in television, starring as Dr. Anthony Newman in the science fiction series The Time Tunnel (1966–1967). He appeared in the regular role of Officer James Corrigan in the police drama T. J. Hooker (1983–1986) and in the recurring role of Vic Fontaine in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1998–1999).

Early life

Darren was born in the Lower Moyamensing neighborhood of Philadelphia, on June 8, 1936. He is of Italian descent.

 

He wanted to be an actor and studied in New York City with Stella Adler for a number of years. He would also occasionally sing although he later said "I wasn't really a singer. I was a kid in Philly whose dad would take 

 

Columbia signed Darren to a long-term contract in July 1956. A few weeks later he was filming his first film, Rumble on the Docks (1956), a low-budget "B" movie produced by Sam Katzman, where Darren played the lead. Darren's appearance was well received and he got a lot of fan mail – second at the studio only to Kim Novak.

 

Darren guest starred on an episode of TV's The Web ("Kill and Run") then Columbia gave him a support role in an "A" picture, the comedy Operation Mad Ball (1957), starring Jack Lemmon and Ernie Kovacs.

 

He had support roles in two films directed by Phil Karlson: The Brothers Rico (1957), a film noir, playing the brother of Richard Conte; and Gunman's Walk (1958), a Western with Van Heflin and Tab Hunter. In between he was second billed in another movie for Katzman, The Tijuana Story (1957), although his role was relatively small.

 

TV guest star

In the 1970s, Darren performed regularly in night clubs. He focused on guest starring on TV series, such as Love, American Style; S.W.A.T.; Police Woman; Black Sheep Squadron; The Feather and Father Gang; Charlie's Angels; Police Story; Hawaii Five-O; Vegas; The Love Boat; and Fantasy Island.

 

He had a role in the TV movie The Lives of Jenny Dolan (1975) and the film The Boss' Son (1978).

 

In the early 1980s Darren appeared on Scruples (1981), and One Day at a Time.

 

In 1955, Darren married Gloria Terlitsky, his sweetheart since 1953. Her father opposed their marriage because Terlitsky was Jewish while Darren was Catholic. Darren and Terlitsky had son James Jr. ("Jimmy"), and divorced in 1958. Jimmy was adopted by Gloria's third husband, and is now known as journalist and TV commentator Jim Moret.

 

Two years after the divorce, Darren married Evy Norlund, Miss Denmark 1958. They had two sons, Christian (born c. 1960) and Anthony (born c. 1964).

 

Evy Norlund(February 6, 1960 - present) (2 children)

 

Jim Moret

 

John Darren(Sibling)

 

 

https://www.themoviedb.org/person/100318-james-darren

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Darren

 

 

 

 

From Mr. Food

 

MAKES

6 stuffed pepper halves

COOK TIME

45 Min

We like to call these Old-Fashioned Stuffed Peppers. That's because these taste just like the way that Mom used to make 'em. It's a hearty and beefy dinner recipe that you'll want to keep forever.

 

• 1 (26-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, divided
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup uncooked instant rice
• 1 1/2 cup (6 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 large bell peppers, washed, tops removed, sliced in half, and seeded

 

1. Preheat oven to 400º. Spread 1 cup spaghetti sauce 
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rice, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1 cup spaghetti sauce, the water, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; mix well.
3. Stuff each bell pepper half with an equal amount of meat mixture and place in prepared baking dish. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce evenly over stuffed peppers.
4. Cover and cook 40 to 45 minutes, or until no pink remains in meat and rice is tender. Remove from oven, uncover, and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
5. Bake 5 more minutes, or until cheese is melted. Spoon sauce over peppers, and serve.

 

 

 

Historically this date........

1850 – Millard Fillmore is inaugurated as the 13th President of the United States upon the death of President Zachary Taylor, 16 months into his term.

 

1913 – Death Valley, California hits 134 °F (~56.7 °C), the highest temperature recorded in the United States.

2005 – Hurricane Dennis slams into the Florida Panhandle, causing billions of dollars in damage.

 

And births this date include....

1839 – Adolphus Busch, German-born brewer (d. 1913)

1926 – Fred Gwynne, American actor (d. 1993)

1931 – Nick Adams, American actor (d. 1968)

1947 – Arlo Guthrie, American musician

 

1972 – Sofia Vergara, Colombian actress

 

1980 – Jessica Simpson, American singer

 

 

 

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Hump Day Wednesday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

National Kitten Day on July 10th purrfectly celebrates the cuddly warmth of a kitty. The miniature furballs of energy snuggle their way into our hearts with no effort all. Within a flick of their tiny ears, we’re in love.

The day aims to remind us that while kittens are well equipped to find their way into our hearts, many don’t find homes. They’re abandoned at shelters, on the side of the road or wild and feral. Spaying and neutering our pets, including our cats, is vital to their health and keeping the stray population down.

Another goal of awareness campaigns like this one is to encourage adoptions. Instead of purchasing a kitten from a pet store, adopt from a shelter. Many kittens are born in shelters. While their ages may vary, all kittens do become cats.

Follow the shelter’s guidelines. Keep these tips in mind when adopting:

1. There’s an application process. Read through it and understand it. The guidelines are for the safety of the animals, the employees, and you.
2. Ask questions. It’s important there’s an understanding between you and the shelter. Most shelters have volunteers and paid employees. However, they work on a very tight budget. Please don’t expect any special accommodations.
3. A good shelter will place the interests of the animal first. They want the cat to have a successful placement. Some animals have anxiety while others get along with anyone and every type of animal.
4. Consider the size of your home and where you live – an apartment or house.
5. Who lives with you? That includes people and pets – does everyone get along and does anyone have allergies?
6. How much time do you have for a pet?
7. So you’ve spotted the kitten for you. Be sure to make several visits to the shelter. Play with the kitten. Spend time grooming them. See how the kitten reacts to other cats. Learn the kitten’s behavior.

Maybe Fuzzy Bear has health issues or doesn’t get along with children. Perhaps another kitten gets along better with dogs. All these factors will be considered on your application.

HOW TO OBSERVE

Play with your kitten or bring her a new toy. Share a selfie with your kitten. Visit a shelter and volunteer your time. If you are considering getting a kitten, adopt instead of purchasing one.

NATIONAL KITTEN DAY HISTORY

Colleen Paige, Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert, Author, and Animal Advocate, founded National Kitten Day to encourage adoption and celebrate the joy kittens bring to our lives.

Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ Frankie Avalon ~ Potluck Pasta Fiesta ~ National Dimples Day

  

Good 60º morning. 

 

 

Yesterday we started off at 56º and topped at ll2º.

 

 

Picture of the Day😁

 

 

 

Interesting about Frankie Avalon

 

                                         ^1959

 

 

Francis Thomas Avallone (born September 18, 1940), better known as Frankie Avalon, is an American actor, singer, and former teen idol. He had 31 charting U.S. Billboard singles from 1958 to late 1962, including number one hits, "Venus" and "Why" in 1959. He is the earliest surviving singer to have scored a solo number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100.

 

Avalon started appearing in films in the 1960s; he is well-known for having appeared in the Beach party films of this decade and for a supporting role in the 1978 musical film Grease, in which he sings the song "Beauty School Dropout".

 

Early life and education

Avalon was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of Mary and Nicholas Avallone. His mother was originally from Sicily. His father was a butcher who was born in Philadelphia, whose father Francesco was from Salerno, in Campania, Italy. His paternal grandmother was from Sicily.

 

^{In December 1952, Avalon made his American network television debut playing the trumpet in the Honeymooners "Christmas Party" sketch on The Jackie Gleason Show. Two singles showcasing Avalon's trumpet playing were issued on RCA Victor's X sublabel in 1954. His trumpet playing was also featured on some of his LP songs as well. As a teenager, he played with Bobby Rydell in Rocco and the Saints.}

 

^{In the late 1950s, teen idols were often given roles in films, supporting older male stars in order to attract a younger audience, such as Ricky Nelson in Rio Bravo (1959). Alan Ladd's daughter was a Frankie Avalon fan, who recommended that he co-star with her father in the Western Guns of the Timberland (1960). Avalon sings two songs, "The Faithful Kind" and "Gee Whiz Whillikins Golly Gee"; both were released as singles.}

 

                         ^1960s with Annette Funicello

Avalon also appeared in nearly two dozen TV episodes, including ABC's The Bing Crosby Show and The Patty Duke Show, appearing often as himself. Later, he became a national television spokesperson for Sonic Drive-In. In 1965, he appeared in the Combat! TV series episode "Brother, Brother" as a childhood friend of Pfc. Kirby, played by Jack Hogan.

 

Avalon and Tuesday Weld supported Bob Hope in the comedy film, I'll Take Sweden (1965) for Edward Small. For AIP, he teamed with Dwayne Hickman in a copy of Some Like It Hot (1959) called Ski Party (1965). That studio also gave him the lead in a military service comedy, Sergeant Deadhead (1965), playing another dual role. All this activity meant he was reluctant to appear in another "beach party" film, so Hickman played the lead in How to Stuff a Wild Bikini (1965), although Avalon had a cameo.

 

Personal life

Avalon married Kathryn "Kay" Diebel on January 19, 1963. She was a beauty pageant winner he met while playing cards at a friend's house.

 

The Avalons have eight children, Frankie Jr., Tony, Dina, Laura, Joseph, Nicolas, Kathryn and Carla, and 10 grandchildren. Frankie Jr. is a former actor who appeared in the original The Karate Kid.

                                                                              ^2018

 

^{If you want to read a lot more, go here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankie_Avalon}

 

 

From Mr. Food

 

SERVES

4

COOK TIME

25 Min

If you're looking for a chicken and pasta dish with a kick, then you've just hit the jackpot. Our Potluck Pasta Fiesta will have your gang begging you for seconds!

 

• 1 (12-ounce) package bow-tie pasta
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1 to 1- pounds total)
• 1 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and cut into halves
• 1 (11-ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained
• 1 (10-1/2-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 1 (7-ounce) jar roasted peppers, drained and cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

 

1. Prepare the pasta according to the package directions; drain, rinse, and drain again. Set aside in a covered dish to keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, sprinkle the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and the black pepper. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat; add the chicken and garlic. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, turning halfway through the cooking.
3. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and cut into 1-inch cubes. Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat; add the chicken and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
4. Toss with the warm pasta and serve immediately.

 

 

Historically this date...........

1850 – U.S. President Zachary Taylor dies and Millard Fillmore becomes the 13th President of the United States.

 

1922 – Johnny Weissmuller swims the 100 meters freestyle in 58.6 seconds breaking the world swimming record and the 'minute barrier'.

 

1947 – The engagement of Britain's Princess Elizabeth to Lt. Philip Mountbatten is announced.

 

 

And births this date include....

1928 – Vince Edwards, American actor (d. 1996)

 

LOVED Dr. Ben Casey TV show!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

1932 – (d.2021) Donald Rumsfeld, 13th and 21st United States Secretary of Defense                     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1938 – Brian Dennehy, American actor (d.2020)

 

 

He was filming at the BC Range once and I met him. OMG, he was a GIANT of a man! Nice too. Brian and Jerry 1986.

 

 

 

1957 – Kelly McGillis, American actress

 

 

1976 – Fred Savage, American actor

 
A cute little boy who grew up to be a good looking man with a cute little boy!

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Tuesday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

On July 9 we admire those who have an adorable natural indentation known as the dimple on National Dimples Day.

Dimples are often associated with cute babies and good looking adults. Only 20-30% of the entire world population has dimples. Although most people possess two dimples, a rare few produce only one when smiling.

Dimples are considered a genetic trait. Normally, if one person in a family has dimples, it’s likely another family member will. Some scientists believe we inherit dimples. However, other scientists believe dimples are a random trait people have. Until more research is available, no one knows which genes produce dimples. In fact, there is very little scientific research available to make a determination.

Facial Dimple Types

• Dimple on both cheeks.
• Chin dimple or cleft chin.
• One-sided cheek dimple.
• Corner of mouth dimple.

How do dimples form? Dimples are formed by the zygomaticus major muscle, which is the muscle that controls facial expressions. The zygomaticus major muscle connects to the zygomatic bone, which is commonly known as the cheekbone. Most people have a single zygomaticus muscle attached to the cheekbone. However, people with dimples possess two zygomaticus muscles. One muscle connects to the cheek bone, while the other connects to the corner of the mouth.

Those born with dimples, or develop dimples later in life, may have been told their dimples are a birth defect. However, there is no scientific information saying dimples have a negative effect on health. In fact, people with dimples have a positive effect on how society views the lucky faces that have dimples.