|
||||||||||||||||||||
So was Christopher Columbus really a tyrant in how he got the land from the Natives when he claimed it for his Mother-Land of Spain?
Well…on the Morning Point, we figured we’d call him and find out.
Happy Harvest Time from The Douds!
Autumn in the great Hampton Roads, and my favorite time of year has come ’round again for us all. It’s the annual chance to take a couple of week ‘breather’ before we ready for the coming Holiday Season. It’s a chance we get to really take a look around and see how much has changed over the past year. The influx of visitors are back in their homes, and we ‘got the place to ourselves’; like a kid after the relatives leave…the place is quiet.
The kids are getting bigger. Charlie looks more like a teenager at 7 than a little boy anymore. Theresa is now five and full of that flowering fire of a young lady who’s figuring out boys and girls are different; and she’s ready to show the world just ‘how’.
I can feel that soon, the days of going to Chuck E Cheese will fade and we will have to find “bigger adventures”, and I like this…
However, I’m not ready to move on from the annual trip to the ‘Punkin Patch’….and neither were they, thankfully. So, yesterday I grabbed the camera and we headed towards London Bridge road to get a Pumpkin and let Dad do the ‘picture thing’.
We got a small pumpkin to get things going and I promised we would come back and get larger ones in the next week or so. 
Last year, we carved Pumpkins the first week of October which looked like “spooky slime” by the time Halloween was still weeks away. LOL!
So I wish you a Happy Harvest Time in the 7 Cities….get out there and enjoy the changes before the holidays hit…there will be plenty to do once November arrives with all it’s wonders. See you out there!
Hugs,
–C
PS…if you have any good Pumpkin Pie Recipes using real pumpkin, can you hook me up? Charlie noted he wants to make REAL pumpkin pie. I have done it before but the kind I make is not that sweet. I see lots of online recipes, but, I would like one “tested and true” recipe from a local I can talk to…and that qualifies YOU. Thanks! 
send me a message on Facebook
YIKES! So yesterday my dad (AKA Grandpa Joe!) came over to play with Maggie and hang out. We live in a condo – so in order to let him in, I have to go thru 2 doors. All was well on the way to get him, but on the way back in…when we got to the 2nd door, my toe got STUCK under the door! AGH! The door opened with my toe under it. And this is no normal door. This is a GIANT – HEAVY – FIRE door. It hurt soo bad! I was convinced (me being the Drama Queen!) that I was going to have to get stitches. Or worse -they would have to amputate it. HA! Yeh – save the drama Woo Woo. I know. It bled. I cursed. And thought all was fine. Until this morning. My toe huuuuuuuuuuurts. And it’s bruised. But I don’t have the patience to go to Patient First…only for them to tell me to take some Tylenol & put a BandAid on it. So what do I toe with a toe that I think is broken? Where’s McSteamy when you need him. Sigh……..
PS: Here’s a pic. Not for those with weak stomachs. Just for those who emailed me & asked for a pic. HA!
That’s me in the pic below…bandaging the toe at work this morning. And yes I wore gloves!!
And here’s the toe…
Soo relaxing! Yesterday McCoy & I had a special treat…we got a couples massage at Massage Envy. We visited their Suffolk location at Harbour View. Right next to the Harriss Teeter! It was soo relaxing. We were in the same room, they had the lights dimmed & spa music playing. We each had a 1 Hour Massage & I totally fell asleep. HA! I am notorious for passing out during massages. Especially when they rub your feet. I love it! Massage Envy massages are affordable & luxorious. They have 4 convenient locations in Hampton Roads: 2 in VB, 1 in Suffolk & 1 in Chesapeake. I’ve visited 3 of 4 locations – and all of them are beautiful, clean & they have candy at the front desk. LOVE THAT! Book your massage today. CLICK HERE – and be sure to look for the purple Massage Envy signs. OH! And before I go…I thought you should know that on October 12th – $10 from every 1 Hour Massage & Facial will be donated to the Arthritis Foundation. It’s part of Massage Envy’s Healing Hands for Arthritis! Soo cool. Call today & treat yourself. DO IT!! Tell them Woo Woo sent you. XO, WooWoo
ESPN benches Hank Williams Jr. for Obama-Hitler comparison
Hank Williams Jr. did not ask if you’re ready for some football last night. In an interview on Fox News Channel, Williams said President Obama playing golf with House Speaker John Boenher was like Hitler playing golf with Isreal’s leader. He claims he was “misunderstood.”
Julianne Hough returns to ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Julianne Hough will cut loose on Dancing With the Stars next Tuesday. The appearance is timed to the Oct. 14 opening of her new film — the remake of the ’80s classic Footloose. She’ll dance with Kenny Wormald, her co-star who fills Kevin Bacon’s shoes as Ren.
Rapper Tone Loc pleads no contest to charges
Rapper Tone Loc has pleaded no contest to assault weapon possession and domestic violence charges stemming from an arrest June 18. Anthony Smith pleaded no contest in a Burbank court. He’ll serve a day in jail, probation, community service, and counseling.
Chrissie Hynde closes Ohio eatery, cites economy
Chrissie Hynde is citing the struggling economy in the closing of her vegetarian restaurant in her hometown of Akron, Ohio. She opened the downtown eatery 4 years ago. She & her staff tried to keep the restaurant open, but the economic climate made it impossible.
Martina McBride turns NYC pink to fight breast cancer
Martina McBride is lighting up New York City this month. She will set the Empire State Building awash in pink to fight breast cancer Oct 14. She will host a private show and benefit called “Martina McBride: Light Up the Sky.” Her new album, “Eleven,” is out Oct 11.
Adele gets to work on Bond theme
Adele is at work on her track for the new James Bond movie. The British singer has been asked to submit a song for the latest installment of the 007 franchise. The last few songs for the spy movies have not been chart successes. Producers feel she has the talent.
Cedric The Entertainer to host Soul Train Awards
Cedric “The Entertainer” will host next month’s Soul Train Awards. The annual prize presentation, recognizing the best in R&B music, will be taped at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta Nov. 17. It will premiere on both CENTRIC and BET in a special simulcast Nov. 27.
Tupac Sex Tape 6-Figure Bidding War Erupts
Two companies are going head-to-head in a ferocious battle to buy the rights to the Tupac Shakur explicit tape. Offers have reached into 6 figures. The person in possession of the tape is holding out for the highest bidder. The footage was shot in 1991.
Madonna reportedly on tap to perform at Super Bowl
Madonna is rumored to be the featured performer at the Super Bowl in Indianapolis Feb. 5. She has an album coming out early next year, with the first single to drop in February. And she is auditioning dancers now for a world tour. No comment yet from the NFL.
Bravo denies rumors of NJ ‘Housewives’ firings
A Huffington Post report claims Caroline Manzo & Jacqueline Laurita have been axed from Real Housewives of New Jersey. A Bravo spokesperson says no one has been given a pink slip — yet. They promise all 5 cast members will be on season four. Season 5 though…
Brooke Mueller suing rehab centre
Brooke Mueller is suing a rehab centre she claims sold her medical information to the media. Charlie Sheen’s ex-wife secretly checked into The Canyon rehab facility in Malibu in February 2010. She believes that her patient admissions document was leaked to the press.
Angelina Jolie: ‘UN work made me a better person’
Angelina Jolie has credited her humanitarian work with helping her become a ‘better person’. She was honored for her work as a Refugee Ambassador for the United Nations on Monday. She said she has been touched and inspired by the families she has helped.
Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller marry
Seth Rogen has married his longtime girlfriend, writer Lauren Miller, in a ceremony in Sonoma, Calif. Guests included Jonah Hill, Paul Rudd, Craig Robinson, and Judd Apatow and his wife, actress Leslie Mann. Rogen starred in “The Green Hornet” and “Knocked Up.”
Celine Dion’s Son Attends Skype School
Celine Dion’s son gets his school lessons via Skype. She is currently performing in Las Vegas. She uses a tutor via the internet from her hometown in Canada for 10-year-old son Rene-Charles. Celine also has 11-month-old twins, Eddy and Nelson.
Justin Bieber Gets Lunch Invitation From Beckhams
Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez have received a lunch invitation from David and Victoria Beckham. Their 3 children are huge fans. Justin sent the family signed guitars. The Beckham’s newborn daughter, Harper Seven, is named after a character in Selena’s show.
Leann Rimes’ Fence Wrecked By Suspected Drunk Driver
Leann Rimes was relieved to learn no one was injured when a suspected drunk driver crashed through the fence of her Californian home Monday morning. She was in North Carolina. Police are awaiting a toxicology report on the 20-year-old driver.
Jenna Fischer gives birth to a son
“The Office” actress Jenna Fischer has given birth to a son. The child is her first with screenwriter Lee Kirk, her husband since July 2010. Weston Lee was born Sept. 24. Her publicist said the family is doing great.
T.I., Taylor Swift perform surprise duet in Ga.
T.I. joined Taylor Swift in a surprise duet at her concert in Atlanta last night. She introduced T.I. by singing the opening chorus of his hit song “Live Your Life.” They stood side-by-side as he rapped and she sang the vocal part originally handled by Rihanna.
‘Arrested Development’ announces new show, movie
The Bluth family’s frozen banana stand is coming back. The old Fox show “Arrested Development” is returning next summer…as a spin-off, and a movie. It went off the air in 2006 after 3 seasons. Each of 10 shows will focus on a character, leading up to the movie.
Gene Simmons and longtime girlfriend marry
Gene Simmons and longtime girlfriend Shannon Tweed have tied the knot. About 400 guests attended the Saturday evening ceremony outside a Beverly Hills hotel. The new season of the reality show “Gene Simmons Family Jewels” premieres Tuesday on A&E.
Stevie B Arrested Over Unpaid Child Support
Singer/songwriter Stevie B was arrested during a concert Friday night for failing to pay child support. He was performing in Massachusetts when police hauled him offstage mid-set. He’ll be arraigned today. He is accused of owing $420,000 in unpaid child support to an ex-lover.
Russell Brand denied entry to Canada…or was he
Russell Brand postponed his comedy show in Canada Saturday night. On Twitter, he said Canadian authorities refused permission for his private jet to land. But Canada Border Services & the casino said not so. His plane had engine trouble in California. He never left.
Black Eyed Peas play wet NYC Central Park
Back on June 9, rain forced the Black Eyed Peas to postpone their concert in Central Park. It was rescheduled to last Friday night. They played…in pouring rain…to 60,000 fans. Concert proceeds go to the Robin Hood Foundation to fund poverty-fighting causes throughout NYC.
Kanye West hems it up at Paris Fashion Week
To the rarefied ranks of celebrity designers showing at major fashion weeks, you can add one new name: Kanye West. The rapper debuted his new clothing line in Paris Saturday, as part of the city’s fashion week. His “KW Ready to Wear 2012” show was quite well-received.
Michael Jackson album ‘Immortal’ out Nov. 21
A new Michael Jackson album is on the way Nov 21.The album features redesigned versions of Jackson’s hits, and never-before-heard outtakes. Immortal will be released as both a deluxe double disc version and single disc. His family and estate has approved the release.
Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher reunite for Kabbalah service
Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher attended a Kabbalah service together in Los Angeles Friday morning. They did their best to avoid paparazzi as Kutcher pulled their car to a side door & Moore got inside. Both were wearing wedding rings. They’ve been quiet on Twitter.
Rihanna farmer ‘bombarded with hate mail’
The farmer who kicked Rihanna off his land for wearing next to nothing says he’s being bombarded with hate mail. Alan Graham said she’s welcome back any time, as long as she’s clothed. Groupies are offering to buy the corn she touched. So far, he’s turned them down.
Avril Lavigne ‘insulted’ by false pregnancy reports
Avril Lavigne says she feels ‘insulted’ by false pregnancy claims. Speculation mounted she was expecting after she was spotted wearing a baggy top over the weekend. It was a poncho. She & Brody Jenner are dating, but she said she has no baby plans anytime soon.
Lauren Conrad dating Derek Hough
Lauren Conrad is dating Derek Hough. The former Hills star was spotted with Hough at the Sayers Club in Hollywood Saturday night. An onlooker said they looked more than friendly. “Definitely playful and flirty.” A security guard tried to block the paparazzi’s view.
TV Land marks ‘Van Dyke’ gold anniversary
TV Land has acquired the rights to rerun episodes of “The Dick Van Dyke Show” starting this week. The black-and-white episodes begin airing tonight to mark the 50th anniversary of the show’s premier on Oct. 3, 1961. It also launched the career of Mary Tyler Moore.
Kim Kardashian voted most annoying celebrity in poll
Kim Kardashian has been voted the Most Annoying Celebrity in a Parade magazine pop culture poll. She was followed by Charlie Sheen, Snooki, Lindsay Lohan, Donald Trump, and Brad Womack. Emma Watson was voted as the Most Likely to Succeed from “Harry Potter”.
Martha Stewart Is No Domestic Goddess, says daughter
Martha Stewart’s daughter Alexis has written a book. Along revelations: her mom never closed the bathroom door…she let the dogs use the rug as a bathroom…and she made Alexis wrap her own Christmas presents. The book is out Oct 18
The trial of Conrad Murray vs The State of California continued yesterday with testimony from Michael Jackson’s bodyguards. One of them testified that Dr Conrad Murray was frantic, asked if anyone knew CPR and never called 911.
FORBES Magazine has released the list of the highest paid TV actresses – and it’s pretty ridic. Desperate Housewife Eva Longoria makes $13 million a year while Dr Grey Ellen Pompeo from Grey’s Anatomy makes $7 million.
Speaking of TV – congrats to one of my buddies and a former Hurrah Player – he’s a local boy from Norfolk and he’s made it big. Grant Gustin has a HUUUUGE guest starring role coming up this season GLEE. He will be caught in a love triangle with Kurt and Blaine. Producers cast Grant as Sebastian after a long and exhausting search for the perfect actor to play this character.
And it gets worse for Ashton Kutcher – not only did I predict they will be announcing their divorce by Halloween – but now another girl has come forward to say she was in the room when Ashton cheated on Demi. Last weekend – September 24th was their 6 year wedding anniversary. Demi was in New York. Ashton was in San Diego. He partied with strangers. Which is what every happily married man does on his anniversary weekend, right? WRONG!!! 1 girl already admitted to hooking up with Ashton that night in his 12th floor suite at The Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. And now – another cute Cali girl claims she was also in the room with Ashton. I smell divorce in 3…2…1…
It’s coming…like it or not…The New Facebook ‘Drops’ 10/04/11 …and its different…ugh you say? Your life will end? Yer goin’ back to myspace?
Well…be that as it may, I’m giving you a heads up.
You will not like it…but if you give it a chance, you will LOVE how easy it is….everything is NOW sorted according to how many people love you and what you said first…and there’s more room for pictures of everyone’s favorite thing….YOU!
So, is there really that much to fear with the new FACEBOOK?
Watch my video and get a first glance at the changes and judge for yourself.
CLICK THIS —> WATCH CHUCKS FIRST LOOK AT THE NEW FACEBOOK HERE
