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Reshaping Your Body with Shapewear!

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7. Comfort is Key: If you feel any discomfort, numbness, or difficulty breathing, the shapewear may be too tight. Opt for a size that provides shaping without compromising comfort.

So there you have it, tips for reshaping your body with shape-wear all year round, but especially for the holidays season when people tend to gain 10-15 pounds. While shapewear can create a short term temporary illusion of a more sculpted figure, if not combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, it doesn’t lead to long term body reshaping. For long-term changes, focus on a healthy lifestyle like the Mediterranean diet and do regular exercise at least three times a week for 30 minutes a day in your target fat burning heart rate zone. There is no magic shape-wear garment, diet or one exercise, but if you use these three elements in combination regularly throughout your life, you will start to make changes a little each day.

Always consult with your doctor or a healthcare professional before starting this or any other program, especially if you have underlying health conditions. Until next month, healthy ((hugs))

Hello beautiful readers, I hope this December has started off with great amounts of enjoyment during this most wonderful time of the year for you and yours!

During this festive season, I am sure that you will be donning some cute new Jacqi of Jacqi’s NuFitness Lllc clothes, so I thought I’d give you some tips for reshaping your body using Jacqi Leyva-Hill, M.Ed. shapewear if you choose to wear them under your party clothes and why you Christian Lifecoach, Personal Trainer & Financial Educator SHOULD wear them under your workout clothes too. So here we go!

17503 La Cantera Pkwy., Ste 104-168 As most of ya’ll know, I patented my own body-molding garment using shapeSan Antonio, Tx 78257 wear as the mold. After years of using shapewear over neoprene as a child and 210-410-0325 call or text for a faster response finally doing my Master’s thesis on their effects in combination with regular Www.thehappymommyguide.com exercise and a balanced diet, I discovered a way to help Remember, kids don’t need a perfect mommy, but they do need a happy People pick and choose where they lose with these “tools.” I learned that as we gain weight our fat cells expand like a balloon, and when we lose weight, those fat mommy. cells shrink like deflated balloons. My hypothesis was that if we can heat up the target fat cells by doing a pre-workout massage and compress the target fat cells with shape-wear and neoprene worn tight enough but not too too tight, then we can push out the free fatty acids from within the target fat cells into the blood to be used as a first available energy source. The trick is that you have to workout, aka EXPEND ENERGY, to use up the insides of the target fat cells so that they shrink to provide temporary contouring and body shaping effects. I also found that eating a Mediterranean based diet filled with lean meats and vegetables, while cutting out white sugar and white flour products, helped the body store less fat.

Ultimately I concluded that my combination of diet, exercise, pre-workout massage with the shape-wear lined with neoprene led to longer lasting effects than traditional diet and exercise alone.

So, I believe in the power of shapewear. But not everybody wants to sweat while out at a party, so I like shapewear that isn’t lined with neoprene for non-workout occasions.

The reason I think shape-wear works while you are at a party, running errands, or just out to eat is because these types of garments that compress your stomach from the outside-in, helps you to get fuller faster so you eat less, which leads to weight loss.

So especially if you are attending holiday parties with big buffets and sugary drinks, you may want to wear your shapewear. Here are some tips on using them effectively: 1. Choose the Right Size: Select shapewear that fits snugly but isn’t overly tight.

Too tight garments can be uncomfortable and may not provide the desired shaping effect. It can also be harmful to your organs if worn too tight.

2. Focus on Problem Areas: Try different types of shapewear that are designed for specific areas, such as the abdomen, waist, or thighs.

3. Layering: For NuFitness body shaping workouts, layer over neoprene belts or wraps. For casual or party events, layer it under your regular clothing for additional body shaping and posture support.

4. Wear Under Appropriate Clothing: If you feel like people can see your shapewear under your fitted garments, wear it under loose or flowing garments.

5. Consider Compression Levels: Shapewear comes in various compression levels. Light compression provides a subtle smoothing effect, while higher levels offer more significant shaping. Choose the level based on your preferences and comfort.

6. Blend Seamlessly: Ensure that the edges of the shapewear blend seamlessly with your skin to avoid visible lines or bulges.

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Too Hard Too Hype” As Kenneth Saldana, Richard Valadez, and Ronnie all approached the studio microphone at JR Productions, with a very natural state, they all started their lyrics, which had came from a rolled up paper that came out of Kenneth’s back pocket. As a friend of the group, Jorge Infante Jr and his father, who owned the JI Productions studio looked on and had already hit the button record, even though this was only to be a jam session. Kenneth looked on as to be in a gaze as the studio became blurry and was replaced with a stage with many fans on looking and screaming as if the scenery had changed. A root not to be grown but a seed was to be planted in San Antonio.

While the mid 1980’s had introduced to us Run Dmc, Fat Boys, Kurtis Blow, and many others. In San Antonio, there was an evolution of hip hop that broke its own boundaries from the mid 1980’s to present. One group that emerged from the shadows with an inspiring history is “Too Hard Too Hype” that rooted from three teenagers from Sol Ross Middle School. “Mr. Poetry” aka Kenneth, “El Borachio” aka Richard, and Ronnie all grew in the era of break-dancing and graffiti art in the 1980’s and breathed, ate, and obsessed the new genre line of hip hop at the time. As always doing poetry rhymes and revising hip hop lines, the group decided to not just listen but pick up a new passion by purchasing their first drum beat machine and picked up the art of djing and beat-boxing as the group pitched in for equipment. Their passion led to hours of jam sessions and later to the rap battles that took place at Quincearas, school cafeteria, and even restroom as the battles led to one throwing in the towel after running out of verses. Their new founded name became “The Box Boys” and their winning battles led to a respectful title not to be reckoned with, which caught the attention of Jorge Infante Jr, who decided to have them record at his father’s studio known as JI Productions, known as a Tejano – Regional studio. The uniqueness grew as the studio gave them Latin style samples to use in their music. After days and long hours of jam sessions, the crew finally finished their new album in early 1989 known as “New Born Leader” with the new album, they all voted in joke of a phrase on a new name of “Too Hard Too Hype.” This album became the first hip hop album put on record LP here locally in San Antonio, Texas.

The group had now located to Holmes and Memorial High School, and the new album brought the group fame, but reality was reaching new audiences, as they sold record LP promos and hit party events and outside clubs. Their stage presence was yet to be presented as they had already performed inside the legendary “Club Image” and they met with “Mix Master Mixxin Mando” aka Mando Garza of KTFM and Power 93 at Zooport. The legendary story was that the group showed to Mando’s home studio, in which he has already been producing his own beats and instrumental recordings. As they convinced Mando to play the record on the air, Mando saw potential, but a room for DEC 2023 Street Talk Magazine Page 8. www.streettalkmagazineoftexas.com

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improvement. Mando decided to do his magic on the album and went to work in his home studio and gave the group instructional sessions in timing of the verses in sync with the beats. This work from Mando brought a whole new high energy beat vibe and would later turn to Mando becoming their record producer and producing their next album in 1991 known as “Welita’s Kitchen.” This album was ahead of its time so much that many people were in disbelief that the album was from a group of Hispanics. The album brought in their trademark slower-down song known as “I Have a Solution.” The song became sought after it popularized at Club Image and on underground radio stations, also because its awareness on suicide being a reality among teens in relationships at the time. After the album was released, the group grew fame and was sought after for performances into the 1990’s. As freestyle and the new hip hop also made its mark so was the new dance crew phase. Their stage presences became highlighted with a new dance crew presence adding on to their performances. The group recruited Chris CMajor of the “Pleasure Boys” dance crew who incorporated dance choregraphic sets, which included Valentino and Marc as part of the new dance crew. Kenneth even got involved with the new dancing phase.

More members got introduced into the group including “Krayon” aka Chris Matthews and “Marc Setta-Go” aka Marc Garcia after making his debut as a dance crew dancer. The group got recruited to go onto concert tours and opened for many artists that included Vanilla Ice, Cover Girls, Johnny O, George Lamond, Timmy T and even for Selena at a Sunken Garden concert. The group got booked to many venues across San Antonio including Camargo Park , where a major artist headlined the show with Too Hard Too Hype opening. At the end of the show a massive line waiting for autographs lined up for Too Hard Too Hype instead of the major artist. 1992 became the group’s peak year of opening doors for this group.

In 1999, the group decided to reunite and put out a new album called “Ritalinn.”, While the album reunited the group they regrouped with some being attached with a prior group known as “Twice The Power, founded in the mid 1990’s. In 2002, a local past Club Image Dj known as Dj Samsation aka Sam Riojas, who had Future Shock Records decided to help the group by not only recording new material but rereleasing and re-mastering some of the group’s LP record early hits and put the material on CD. He produced and released the album under the name “TH2 Project.” Sam had met the group in the early days working at Club Image and from also being in his own group known as “Immortal.”

After the “TH2 Project, the group continued doing concerts throughout the years at many events. While the group has separated in branching out in many successful projects like “Twice the Power” and present “5incaro$”, they remained bonded with brotherhood through friendship in the music industry and as a second family. They want to thank all the loyal listeners through-out the years that have help aid in not only putting them on the map , but in being a part of their history in opening doors for the hip-hop industry here in San Antonio! Their mission statement of not only doing what you love but have fun doing it has proven to many that history of our dreams can only be rooted if the seed is planted by our dreams . Will there be a reunification of this group? Only time can tell. Stay tuned for the continuation into part 2 of the “Evolution of San Anto Hip Hop” which includes “Twice The Power & the present 5incaro$.

The group signed on with G’Unique Inc. Records out of Houston, Texas, which had the group now touring the valley and down south. In the mid 1990’s Kenneth recorded with Tejano legends “Mazz” on a song.

While the group had reached their peak, some had now grown families and decided to retire from the art for a few years to spend quality time with their familes and careers. While some fans wondered if this was the end of Too Hard Too Hype, others that ran into members sought for them to reunite. Would this be the end?

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By Jina Ink

Celebrating Twenty Years Anthony Hernandez & Jina Ink! A true love story that has totally shocked me and how I feel that God has definitely had his hand on us; because I believe in Christ, and I know that he selected him just for me; even when our lives became rough at times. We sacrificed important things and events.

We spent time apart, we made mistakes, but we stayed driven in this business I call Jina Ink. I created my company in 2005,that's when I met Anthony Hernandez; He was performing with Mr Grammy Award Winner Joe Posada down the street at La Valencia, and he was one of my guests to my New Year's Eve Celebration. Thank you Mr Posada, I will never forget that you were one the the first to open doors for me in journalism in Tejano Land, by supporting so many events Jina Ink Created. Also Mr Latin Grammy Award Winner Roger Velasquez and VDiscos, who was my Band of my GRAND OPENING. Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!

We have had a wonderful time touring with Roger Velasquez during Fan Fair and The Tejano Music Awards, because Anthony plays keyboards and was part of Roger's Band called LLZ's. I'm sure in the near future we will be back, that's what's great about being a flexible keyboardist; you get to perform with the best band in the industry.

So, now Anthony and I are dating, {skipping all the flirting stuff} not wanting my kids to say yukkkkk.... Not to mention this was twenty years ago...lol I moved in quite fast. We didn't waste any time at all!!!

It's like our music ideas were quite similar, He believed in me when no one did.

I saw so much creativity in what Anthony does on stage, on our first date he showed off by playing every instrument.

Then I started taking classes learning programs building radio Stations, Building Websites, Graphics, I've designed CD Covers in Studio, Write Biographies, Promo Pak's.

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I worked hard to capture as many photos as I could in the Tejano Industry but to bring literature with my images to publish for my own archives, and It's worked for me, but I couldn't have not done without Anthony being by my side; guiding me, encouraging me, trusting me, Keeping him up late while I'm writing, working for my next project.

Here we are at our twenty year mark and we have so much to celebrate first and foremost we are celebrating with the community at the VFW ( Mission County Park)650 VFW Blvd San Antonio Texas 78214 on March 16, 2024 Lot's of music throughout the day, until Nightfall. On February I will have All the list of musicians who will be performing for this event. $20 a Person $ 30 a Couple I will be selling tickets in January because they will sell fast.Plus we have a huge surprise to share with the community but you have to be there to witness it. I want you all to dress up because I want you all to walk the red car carpet, It's a dress to impress. Kind Of Event.

Now Anthony has received a lifetime Achievement Awards from the All Star Music Awards, & Received A Lifetime Achievement Award from The Guadalupe Awards. This is everything to Anthony and to make things even more beautiful; Anthony is being Inducted Into the Tejano Roots Hall of Fame on January 6, 2024 in Alice Texas.

Anthony also received a proclamation from the from Austin Texas for his 50 years of service, and years before he worked with Henry Brun and Judy Deleon (Latin Jazz), landed their album a Latin Grammy. Also, Antony and Joe Revelevez are on a small tour celebrating Thirty years in the music business together.

I believe he deserves something really nice in his stocking this Christmas.

He Thanks everyone who had a hand in his musical career, you know who you are...

Now I am truly blessed, I work for this fabulous magazine that brings you all the fun music magic that is going on all over the world by great writers. I was so excited when I was nominated and won Best Journalist of the year, at this year's All Star Music Awards 2023.

I've also received four medals the past four years with the All Star Music Awards for Best Journalist and Photographer.

Then I received a medal from The Guadalupe Awards for my Contribution and work, to top that The Ultimate Achievement was when I was notified about being Inducted into The Tejano Roots Hall of Fame, for my Journalism. I'm proud of myself, Believe me when I tell you I didn't have too much love from the Industry.

I also discovered I didn't need anyone and built myself my own self made Company,Radio Broadcasting, Graphic Designs, Journalism, My real name is Norma Jean, Jean is spanish is pronounced (HINA) is spelled ( Jina ) and because I'm a writer....The last name was born (INK) COMPANY NAME----------------- JINA INK PUBLICATIONS I decided it would be better to share and celebrate with all the fans, all our friends, all our family, it's spring break time, fan fair time, all our out of towners can come and celebrate with us.

Our life has us on the run, but in life we get hit through hard challenges too, nothing ever too perfect. God gives us a new day everyday. I can't wait to see all of you,I figure this will be the best time to have some fun in one place.

Adding to the JIna Ink Team isL L.RoD./ Laura Rodriguez & Orlando So, This is the public's Invitation, to help us celebrate LIFE with Anthony & JIna March 16, 2024 650 VFW Blvd San Antonio Texas 78214 Anthony Hernandez and Jina Ink and Family wishes you A Very Merry Christmas

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Money mules, which are what scammers use to receive or move money obtained from victims of fraudulent activities. They recruit people to be a part of this crime. Online Dating aka romance scammers creating fake profiles and trying to develop relationships with their targeted victims through online dating apps or social networking websites. Imposters scams are when pretending to be someone you know or trust to convince you to send them money. Mortgage and Foreclosure Scams who falsely claim to be lenders, loan servicers, financial counselors, or representatives of government agencies who can help with your mortgage. Visit the FTC Mortgage Relief Scams for more information.

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According to the Consumer Sentinel Network, there were almost 2.6 million consumer complaints filed in 2014, more than half a million up from the previous year with a reported $1.7 billion dollars being reported by victims on consumer scams and fraud.

According to Emma Fletcher, these scammers hide in plain sight on social media platforms and reports to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Consumer Sentinel Network point to huge profits. It all starts on social media. In 2021, one in four people have reported losing money to fraud with a staggering $2.7 billion which is higher than any other method of contact. The sad news is that due to people not reporting these frauds, it reflects just a small fraction of the public harm. There are so many ways how social media helps scammers, by easily manufacturing a fake persona, or hacking into one’s profile and conning your friends by pretending to be you, says Ms. Fletcher.

Scammers who place ads can even use tools available to advertisers to carefully target you based on personal details, such as your age, interests, or past purchases, costing them next to nothing to reach billions of people from anywhere in the world (Fletcher, 2023).

According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), when cybersecure is inadequate, it can lead to stolen identity and financial loss. Most scams and scammers have two main goals, to steal your money and your identity. You should know what to look for, how they work, and what to do, so you can protect yourself and your finances. Here are some steps you can take: Do not open email from people you do not know. If you’re unsure whether an email you received is legitimate, try contacting the sender directly via other means. Do not click on any links in an email unless you are sure it is safe.

Be careful with links and new website addresses. Malicious website addresses may appear almost the same as legitimate sites. Scammers often use a slight variation in spelling or logo to lure people in. These malicious links may also come from friends whose email has unknowingly been compromised.

- Secure your personal information. Before providing any personal information, such as your date of birth, social security number, account numbers, and passwords, be sure the website is secure.

- Stay informed on the latest cyber threats. Keep yourself up to date on current scams.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) can provide you with Alerts.

- Use Strong Passwords. Strong passwords are critical to online security. Review CISA guidance on choosing and protecting passwords.

- Keep your software up to date and maintain preventative software programs. Keep all software applications up to date on your computers and mobile devices. Install software that provides antivirus, firewall, and email filter services.

- Update the operating systems on your electronic devices. Make sure your operating systems (OSs) and applications are up to date on all your electronic devices. Older and unpatched versions of OSs and software are the target of many hacks. Read the CISA security tip on understanding patches and software updates for more information.

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Some of the trending scams to look for, says the FDIC are:

For more consumer resources, visit FDIC.gov, or go to the FDIC Knowledge Center. Or you can also call the FDIC toll-free at 1 (877) 275-3342. (FDIC, 2023).

Dallas Cowboys In December It’s the month of December and the last quarter of the NFL season.

Coach McCarthy is 46-19 in December games in his career as a head coach. The Cowboys host the Philadelphia Eagles for Sunday Night Football with so much on the line for the first game in December 2023.

On the first meeting the Eagles scraped by. “This is an excellent opportunity for us to play in playoff-type games without playoff consequences and I think it serves very well,” said McCarthy. “Because December football is something that I personally have always enjoyed. I think it’s a great indication of where you are as a team and what you need to also do to get into the playoffs and be ready for the playoffs,” continued McCarthy. The Cowboys next two opponents are on the road to upstate New York in Buffalo December 17th against the Bills, then south to Miami to face off against the red-hot Dolphins on Christmas Eve before coming back home to AT&T Stadium to host another hot team, the Detroit Lions on December 30th. Former Cowboys head coach Jimmy Johnson will be inducted into the Ring of Honor at halftime. The month of December is very important as is every winter, as the Cowboys could find themselves in various situations. Dallas is currently one game out of first place in the NFC East. They could have sole possession of the division lead or stay put at as the No. 5 seed, or if not careful, they could see themselves out of the playoff picture (Watkins, 2023).

References Watkins, C. (2023). How Mike McCarthy prepares Cowboys for tough December will define 2023 season. Dallas Morning News. https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/cowboys/2023/12/05/how-miikemccarthy-prepares-cowboys-for-tough-december-will-define-2023season/?outputType=amp FDIC. (2023). FDC Consumer News. Avoiding Scams and Scammers.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC9). https://www.fdic.gov/resources/consumers/consumer-news/202110.html Fletcher, E. (2023). Social media: a golden goose for scammers.

Consumer Protection Data Spotlight FTC reporting back to you. Federal Trade Commission. Protecting America’s Consumers. https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/datavisualizations/data-spotlight/2023/10/socialmedia-golden-goose-scammers Gilbert Gonzales

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Okay how old were you when the Beatles were became a sensation in 1963?

I was 11 yrs of age and attending Catholic School and the nuns were upset because I wore buttons of The Beatles on my sweater.

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by Queen Elizabeth and Sir Ringo Star, Knighted by Prince William.

Their Biographies are very touching .

Most were abandoned by their fathers at a young age. They all met as teenagers at a young age of 13 and 14. Ringo at age 18 was getting ready to move to Houston, Texas. Immigration paperwork became so complicated that he stayed in England only to later become a Beatle.

The Beatles are known as the best band in the world, breaking fan attendance records at most of their performances. John Lennon was killed in New York and George Harrison died of Throat Cancer.The surviving Beatles, Paul Mc Cartney and Ringo Star still perform at 81 and 83 years of age.

Mc Cartney has had massive Concert performances in Mexico City. Thousands have attended. Mc Cartney has spoken Spanish during his concerts creating huge frenzy with his fans Both Mc Cartney and Ringo Star refer to the friendship of all four Beatles as if they were Brothers.

The last and newly released song Then and Now has returned Beatle Mania once again. Young and Old are once again listening to Beatles Songs and record breaking concerts sold out performances everywhere Paul Mc Cartney and Ringo Star perform.

I have appreciated their true stories of growing up in tough family situations and becoming billionaires with their music industry and performances.

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Every year the Texas Seraphim are forced to find a someone that can present a vision to set forth and enhance the highly tuned athletes of the Texas Seraphim while displaying it for all the world to see. That led us to the focus of today’s feature which is that of Live stream media. https://livestreammedianetwork.com/ It seems like every year the Texas Seraphim organization is forced to set out in discovering who can answer the call of displaying this huge responsibility. By the grace of God this year the only one that was eager enough to embrace this task was an extraordinary company call Livestream Media Network. Ran by Adam Ortiz they bring professional livestreaming straight to you. His unique service offers an act to operate like a television network on any Social Media Channel.

Livestream Media Network was established in September 2017, with the help of social media platforms like Facebook Live, you tube Live, Livestream, and many more. CEO Adam Ortiz gained much success for creating a system that allows anyone in need to operate like a Television Network Enhancing clients abilities utilizing every Social Media Platforms. For example, Live stream media can Livestream directly from your Facebook pages or groups and make it look like FOX or Saturday Night Live. They insert graphic overlays like lower thirds, logos, and animations with information. They also Insert video and graphic ads to help create revenues for any future productions. Offering another element such as a 20 foot LED screen the likes no one is utilizing today.

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Mr. Ortiz dream has always been to own broadcast network, with technology everyone in the world today should have these live streaming capabilities. He just so happens to be able to take that dream to the next level. All that means is you can partner up with Live Stream Media and they create profits from the airtime channel won’t be wasted. Every business can capitalize on these abilities and should enhance their brand. “Our Motto is: If you can dream it, we can stream it” – Adam Ortiz. If anyone should want or need exposure for their brands, please contact https://livestreammedianetwork.com/ By being a vision for the Texas Seraphim, Live stream media is truly a vision of the Angels.

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By Lisa “Lisa Lisa” Bonanni

Welcome December!

It’s officially CHRISTMAS season time! Christmas time is upon us, It’s hard to believe that Christmas is 22 days away and 29 days until 2024!

The stocking’s are hung by the chimney with care in hopes of St. Nicholas, soon will be here…”Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”

Why do we celebrate Christmas?

Celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ is more than a Christian holiday or Christian festival. It is more than an occasion to decorate our houses.

It is an opportunity to pause and give thanks for the love, hope and joy found in Jesus – our Saviour and friend. As we exchange gifts with loved ones, it is out of remembrance of the gift God gave us in Jesus. The gift that we are loved, are never alone and can have hope for the future.

DECEMBER Awareness Month Each month, we feature National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our mission to improve health across the United States. In December, we're raising awareness about HIV/AIDS December Birthstone: Blue Topaz December Flower: Holly and Narcissus.

December Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) HOLIDAY for DECEMBER is Christmas Day, Monday December 25, 2023.

The main days and months you should know about for December are: December Holidays December 1 World AIDS Day December 1 International Day of Persons with Disabilities December 3 Wildlife Conservation Day December 4 Human Rights Day December 10 Bill of Rights Day

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“Happy Birthday” to ALL the DECEMBER Birthday’s!

DECEMBER Quote: “DECEMBER IS THE TIME FOR REMEMBERING THE PAST AND REACHING TOWARD THE FUTURE.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

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DID YOU KNOW?

James Brown James Joseph Brown, an American singer and musician was the central progenitor of funk music and a major figure of 20th-century music, he is referred to by various honorific nicknames, some of which include "the Hardest-Working Man in Show Business", "Godfather of Soul", "Mr. Dynamite", and "Soul Brother No. 1".In a career that lasted more than 50 years, he influenced the development of several music genres. Brown was one of the first 10 inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at its inaugural induction in New York on January 23, 1986.

Brown began his career as a gospel singer in Toccoa, Georgia. He rose to prominence in the mid-1950s as the lead singer of the Famous Flames, a rhythm and blues vocal group founded by Bobby Byrd. With the hit ballads "Please, Please, Please" and "Try Me", Brown built a reputation as a dynamic live performer with the Famous Flames and his backing band, sometimes known as the James Brown Band or the James Brown Orchestra. His success peaked in the 1960s with the live album Live at the Apollo and hit singles such as "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", "I Got You (I Feel Good)" and "It's a Man's Man's Man's World".

During the late 1960s, Brown moved from a continuum of blues and gospel-based forms and styles to a profoundly "Africanized" approach to music-making, emphasizing stripped-down interlocking rhythms that influenced the development of funk music. By the early 1970s, Brown had fully established the funk sound after the formation of the J.B.s with records such as "Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine" and "The Payback". He also became noted for songs of social commentary, including the 1968 hit "Say It Loud – I'm Black and I'm Proud". Brown continued to perform and record until his death from pneumonia in 2006.

Brown recorded and released 17 singles that reached No. 1 on the Billboard R&B charts. He also holds the record for the most singles listed on the Billboard Hot 100 chart that did not reach No. 1. Brown was posthumously inducted into the first class of the Rhythm & Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2013 as an artist and then in 2017 as a songwriter. He also received honors from several other institutions, including inductions into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In Joel Whitburn's analysis of the Billboard R&B charts from 1942 to 2010, Brown is ranked No. 1 in the Top 500 Artists. He is ranked seventh on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.

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A Champion for Victims of 18-Wheeler Accidents!

By Roger Guevara In the realm of personal injury law, the impact of accidents involving 18wheelers can be particularly devastating. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles often result in catastrophic injuries and significant financial burdens for victims and their families. In the face of such challenges, having a seasoned and dedicated attorney by your side is crucial. This is where Roger Z. Guevara, with over 38 years of experience in fighting for the rights of victims of 18-wheeler accidents, shines as a beacon of hope and justice.

Roger Z. Guevara's extensive legal career is marked by a steadfast commitment to advocating for those who have suffered at the hands of negligent drivers and their employers. His unwavering dedication to seeking justice and fair compensation for his clients has earned him a reputation as a formidable force in the field of personal injury law.

With a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding 18-wheeler accidents, Roger Z. Guevara brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every case he handles. His comprehensive grasp of the relevant laws and regulations, coupled with his meticulous approach to case preparation, allows him to effectively navigate the legal landscape and strategically pursue the best possible outcomes for his clients.

Beyond his legal acumen, Roger Z. Guevara's compassionate and empathetic nature sets him apart as a genuine advocate for those in need.

He recognizes the profound physical, emotional, and financial toll that 18wheeler accidents can inflict on individuals and their families. As such, he approaches each case with a deep sense of empathy and understanding, ensuring that his clients receive the personalized attention and support they deserve during such challenging times.

Furthermore, Roger Z. Guevara's track record of success speaks volumes about his ability to deliver results. His history of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for victims of accidents underscores his prowess as a formidable litigator and negotiator. Clients can take comfort in knowing that they have a tenacious and skilled advocate in their corner, dedicated to pursuing maximum compensation for their injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Call Guevara at 210-431-0551 you will be glad you did!

Accidente? Llame a Guevara! 210-431-0551.

Feliz Navidad, Merry Christmas, Buon Natale!

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THE SALLY DRESS! Three beautiful ladies came to me one day, the mother, a daughter Marcela and the grandmother. The grandmother was always coming in with the most beautiful warmest smile, a smile that would light up a room . The grandmother and mother Priscilla were so proud of Marcela, you could see it written all over their faces.

Priscilla, the mother wanted the best for Marcela, they wanted a dream dress created. So, what did they do ? They came my way to make that happen. As for Marcela, she is such a great person, her spirit is very uplifting, her mother and grandmother did an amazing job in raising her, she's turning out to be a great strong smart young lady.

They came into my dress boutique, (Royce Couture) with a great idea for a theme for Marcela R Garcia's birthday celebration. They wanted me to create a Sally Dress. You know, Sally, from the Christmas film Nightmare before Christmas.

As soon as they came to me with the idea I sketched up three choices, they picked one of them (Sally Dress Choices). When It came down to the construction of this particular gown, it literally took me months to create. It took me months because I was already creating other Quinceanera & Wedding dresses. These beautiful women waited patiently for the construction of Their one of it's kind Sally Dress.

Everything you see here was created by hand . In the film Night before Christmas , Sally is wearing a dress with patchwork on it, kind of like a quilt.

Well, let me tell you, no one sells that particular patch work fabric. We actually had to hand create this piece of fabric one patch at a time. Each patch was created then sewn together. Once the fabric was done, I stood back and realized that I had just created a piece of fabric that no one in the world has.

I Sandy Royce, had so much fun creating The Sally Dress. It seems as if each patch was coming out better and better . There was even a time where I was thinking about creating a whole line of clothing with that particular fabric , the patchy fabric that I had just created.

The day finally came for the reveal of the dress, we all teared up after they saw the dress for the first time (happy tears). We all hugged, the Sally Dress was complete and beaming with sparkle. The main fabrics or satin and silk, with lots of black sequins and black glitter. It's definitely breathtaking. At times when I was working on it, it was hard to keep it covered between clients, but I did it .

For it was being created at my dress boutique, price by piece. We wanted no one to see the design and we of course were afraid of anyone possibly taking the idea. In the end, everything came out perfect. This for sure, is one of my masterpieces. I'll for sure be talking about the Sally Dress for the rest of my life.

Although couldn't post any pictures or a video of the reveal , I was so proud of the dress. The time has come to where I can now post the video of the reveal of the dress and the pictures of my latest masterpiece.

They celebrated her event, her birthday event in the beginning of December 2023. Marcela, if you're reading this, I wish you the best in life and all the happiness and peace in the world, you truly deserve it.

"Marcela chose a sally dress because she has loved the movie since she was young. Being that her sweet 16 is between Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas we felt that The nightmare before Christmas theme was perfect for her!!! We heard of Sandy Royce through Facebook and reached out with a vision.

Sandy drew up some designs and we knew right away she could bring it to life!

We couldn’t be any happier with our one of a kind dress!" Says Priscilla, Marcela's mother .

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~ X-MAS BUNUELOS Show Up to the Christmas Party with the lightest, crispiest desert!

What Are Buñuelos?

Ingredients 1 cup (8floz/225ml) boiling water 2 cups (10oz/284g) allpurpose flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon anise seeds

Buñuelos is a Mexican dessert made of dough that is flattened into a tortilla shape and then fried. Sometimes they are topped with cinnamon and sugar, but they’re also topped with piloncillo syrup—a simple syrup made with unrefined whole cane sugar, which has a more caramel, earthy taste than other sugars.

HARD TO SOLVE MAZE

Boil the water and combine it with the anise seeds. Let it steep until the water cools but is still warm. Strain out the seeds and then discard them.

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, whisk the egg, butter, and vanilla. Then, knead this into the flour mixture.

Add the warm anise tea, 1 tablespoon at a time, to the dough until a soft and smooth dough is formed. You won’t need all of the tea. Cover and allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes.

As your dough rests, mix the sugar and cinnamon and set aside.

Once the dough has finished resting, divide the dough into 12 equal parts. On a floured surface, roll the dough as thinly as possible. Stack the rolled portions between sheets of parchment paper, so they don’t stick together and you don’t have 12 discs all over your kitchen!

Heat about 1-inch (3cm) of oil in a frying pan and set up a baking sheet, either lined with a wire rack or paper towels, on the counter next to the pan.

Place the bowl of cinnamon sugar nearby.

Once the oil is hot (if you have a thermometer, it should be around 350°F/180°C), fry the buñuelos for a minute or two, pressing them down into the oil until golden brown. Flip and fry the other side for an additional minute or two until golden brown.

Transfer the buñuelos to the rack/paper towels, let drain for a minute, and then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar while still hot. Repeat with the remaining buñuelos.

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A BARRIO SAILOR’S JOURNEY IN VIETNAM! Houston, Texas Raúl Herrera is an eyewitness to the Vietnam War. He and the Swift Boat crew he served with on PCF-79 were personally congratulated and awarded the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry ~^ Medal by Premier Nguyen Cao Ky ` and Chief ~^ ^ of State Nguyen Van Thieu . for the capture of a North Vietnamese resupply trawler on July 15, 1967. His articles have been published in VIETNAM Magazine, Sea Classics Magazine, and in the New York Times. The 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Campaign; United States Navy Memorial Washington, D.C.; Texas Capitol Vietnam Veterans Monument Veteran Stories; and, Voces Oral History Project, The University of Texas have documented his oral history. Le Huong Giang of Hanoi Vietnam VTV3 Television Network interviewed Raúl on October 21, 2021 for their 50th Anniversary nationwide celebration of the Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea.

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Born on November 11, 1946 and raised in a west side barrio of San Antonio, Texas, Raúl spent twelve years of Catholic school education. In 1965, college was financially beyond his family’s means. Two years into a four-year voluntary commitment to the Navy, he received orders to PCF Crew Training in Coronado, California. PCF stood for Patrol Craft Fast – a Swift Boat. He was designated the crew’s radar / radioman. Combat boat duty was his next duty assignment in the Republic of Vietnam.

Four months after arriving, PCF-79 and her crew of one junior grade officer and five enlisted men, led a daring four-vessel seaborne intercept mission off the Quang Ngai Province coast. On July 15, 1967, a 120-foot steel-hulled resupply North Vietnamese trawler was attacked by PCF-79’s crew and forced aground at the mouth of the Sa Ky river, on the tip of the Batangan Peninsula. More than 90-tons of ammunition and supplies were kept from awaiting Viet Cong hands. The crew and other players involved in the mission were decorated at an awards ceremony held in Da Nang, Republic of Vietnam.

Raúl began his freelance writer journey publishing in the former Houston Post and as a contributing writer for Nuestras Vidas Magazine, an English-written monthly featuring stories of successful Hispanics in Houston.

Driven by the haunting memory of PCF-79’s lead petty officer, Boatswain’s Mate First Class, Bobby Don Carver, Raúl began piecing together his recollections of Swift Boat duty. Carver fired the 81mm mortar round into the trawler’s pilot house.

CAPTURING SKUNK ALPHA, is the saga of Swift Boat PCF-79 and her crew during Operation Market Time, the U.S. Navy’s coastal surveillance force. The work in progress was selected as one of the top ten national finalists in the Books for Life Foundation, New Voices in Literature Awards competition (2003). He also contributed historical research for Medal of Honor—A Vietnam Warrior’s Story (M. Sgt. Roy P. Benavidez, SF, Ret.).

Mr. Herrera retired from Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation, Houston, Texas in 2010. He served as a board director and president of the Swift Boat Sailors Association. He is a member of VFW Post 8790, Houston, Texas. He is married and currently calls Richmond, Texas, home. https://skunkalpha.com DEC 2023

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My name is Rebecca Garcés-Williams and I am the creator of One Word Journal: Weekly Devotions: Strengthening Your Faith with One Word. This project came to me as I was looking for a specific journal to help me with my one-word practice. I couldn’t find what I was looking for so I decided to make one. I shared the idea with a friend who then encouraged me to share it with the world. So I did.

In years past, my pastor has invited the Rebel Church congregation to find a word or scripture to hold on to for the year. This is meant to be practiced as opposed to New Year’s resolutions. Research has shown that only 9% of Americans who make resolutions keep them. These studies show that 23% quit resolutions by the end of the first week and 43% quit by the end of January.

Using the one-word practice has been extremely helpful in my growth in my faith and I hope this will be true for anyone with this book in their hands.

The One Word Journal allows readers to read the Bible intentionally throughout the year. It is designed for anyone, anywhere in their walk with Christ. It has been created to accommodate 52 weeks of entries. It is undated so that it can be picked up (or even gifted) any time of the year.

The reader is prompted to start with gratitude. Many people begin their week with dread of Monday for various reasons. It is a fact of neurology that the brain cannot be in a state of appreciation and fear at the same time; other studies have highlighted that gratitude can buffer you from “the blues”, promote optimism, and, in general, lift your attitude. So, the writer should begin the week by writing out things and people they are grateful for in this section.

Each week showcases a scripture from different versions of the Bible. The reader should read the verse, write it out, and meditate on it. Ideally, the reader should write down what they draw from the verse; particularly any specific words or thoughts that jump out to them.

And then the journal entry should close out with writing out what is on the writer’s heart. Are there people or things that are being prayed for? Are there concerns or ideas that just need to be written out and made tangible? In my experience, when I’ve seen prayers come to fruition, it’s been such a blessing to look back at the time when I first wrote that down. It brings me so much joy and I hope to help others achieve that in their walk with Christ.

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By Rita Hernandez Inspiration 4 Life - Inspiring People & Events As 2023 is coming to an end and we prepare for 2024, you must never forget to give thanks to all those who have been there for you. Especially those who have shown love and support towards your Cause, Business, Non Profit or whatever your Passion is.

Sometimes it is hard to express gratitude or we get too caught up in life to where we forget, but we must make the time for these precious moments. A simple thank you goes a very long way. Inspiration 4 Life is on the lookout for people like you! We are always ready to Interview those with a Heart of Gold, inspiring people and Events for great Causes.

I love that I get to play a huge part in many lives, to send the message of a simple thank you or a heartfelt story of hope through my Inspiration 4 Life International Internet Radio/TV/Web Network. I love capturing moments through Radio Interviews, Shows, Video Productions, Photos, telling one’s story through an Article or TV Segment. It’s an honor to help be a Voice to get one’s message out and be heard. Inspiration 4 Life is thankful to all of you and helping us be successful in sharing your message.

Let’s finish this Christmas Holiday Season with a giving heart and bring in the New Year with great, inspiring stories to be told. Sharing your story in humbleness from your heart, are the best stories to be told. Who or what are you thankful for? We are ready to hear from you!

Thank you once again, to all those who have been reading our Articles. Special thank you to Jaime Vidal with Street Talk Magazine for believing in us and allowing us to bring inspiring people and events to your Magazine. I want to give a special and warm thank you to my Mom, Maria Escobedo, , my brothers Robert and Rudy Ramos, entire family, all of my wonderful friends, business partners, sponsors and all of my family. I am thankful for every single one of you. My heart, love and many thanks goes especially to my Husband Blas Hernandez, my two beautiful daughters, Amanda Cantu and Jasmine Hernandez and my handsome son, Angel Julian Hernandez. Without their love and support, I wouldn’t be able to do all the things I love. Nothing would be possible without the never-ending love from my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I am forever grateful.

Check out our flyer for our upcoming Toy Drive and Celebrity Meet & Greet Event on Wednesday December 14, 2023 at Mi Familia at the RIM!!! It is absolutely free and everyone is invited to come and Celebrate with us. We just ask you to please bring an unwrapped toy for our Annual Toy Drive. We have so many surprises in store for you!

I leave you with these last encouraging words. Be thankful and give thanks. I wish you all a very safe and Merry Christmas and can’t wait to share some wonderful new stories for the New Year in 2024! Much Love to All! “Follow along my journey and you will get to witness some inspiring people, places, and businesses. As Owner of a Media Broadcasting Company, International Internet Radio Station, Editor-in-Chief of three Magazines, I love covering stories and writing about amazing people, local heroes, my fascination with life, SA culture, adventures, my family, living a healthy organized life, great food and so much more! You have a topic; I will cover it. I have been inspiring and connecting leaders, businesses, and entrepreneurs on my media platforms to help be their voice and for them to be heard, going on 13 years in media and community outreach for 17 years. Be significant and know your worth to be the successful YOU are meant to be!” ~Rita Hernandez To read my Full Bio, please visit www.inspiration4life.org/rita On this note, I am excited to share inspiring stories from amazing people, places, events and more, with you all! It is truly an honor to be back writing for Street Talk Magazine since 2015. For more information about me or Inspiration 4 Life, you can email me at rita@inspiration4life.org or visit my website at www.inspiration4life.org, FB: www.facebook.com/inspiration4lifeworldwide IG: www.instagram.com/inspiration4lifeworldwide FB: www.facebook.com/liveonairwithrita IG: www.instagram.com/ritamariehernandez DEC 2023

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As a songwriter, after five years of ups and downs, plus learning from the mistakes of their growing pains as they hit bumps along a rocky road, Cardenas penned “Piedras En El Camino,” a song about facing, overcoming obstacles, and learning to stay focused on where we’re going. This tune, which anyone can relate to, is featured on their 2015 compact disc album titled “Sueños” (“Dreams”).

This year, they released “Festival De Acordeones,” a 16-song CD in which each band member gets to shine. This is the album that includes the heartfelt “Corrido De Los Sáenz de Edcouch-Elsa,” which South Bend, Indiana Tejano music promoter René Salazar Sáenz wrote about the tragic death of all his brothers Ovidio, Guadalupe Jr. aka Lupito, and Rogelio aka Roy - who never reached the age of 45.

This is a corrido that was previously recorded by Julián Álvarez with Frankie Caballero Sr. Then it was arranged by Rocky Beltrán and sung by Salomon Ramos of Retoño with the musical accompaniment of Rosendo Beltrán. This version features an opening grito and intro by Little Joe. The grito Little Joe was kind enough to do as a favor for Sánez was heard throughout the Tobin’s Center green room when he recorded it for his longtime friend on New Year’s Eve in 2021. However, the song with the grito was never released for sale. So, imagine the astronomical numbers of CDs it would have sold.

But don’t despair because it can be heard at www.youtube.com/watch?v=Md13WUk6jdY. Now the good news is that thanks to Conjunto Puro Corazón, the corrido – sans Little Joe - is available at Janie’s Record Shop, Del Bravo Record Shop, Amazon, iTunes and Spotify.

The sad part of today’s Tejano/Conjunto music scene is that very few radio stations do not give new groups any airplay whatsoever. As a result, the general public is not aware of the hundreds of groups that have surfaced in the last two

By Ramón Hernández decades.

Traditional conjunto music, which precedes La Onda Chicano and Tejano, Yet, they have become a staple at events and functions here, in Austin, Poteet, continues to thrive in popularity thanks to groups such as Andy Cardenas y Floresville, George West and Three Rivers, Texas.

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Now Cardenas has come up with a solution to reach the multitude of people that “One of the things that makes us stand out is that we feature eight accordionists,” have never seen them perform, heard their recordings or were not aware of their Andy Cardenas said during an interview at my archives. existence.

“I bring eight accordionists up on stage to open the show and eight accordionists “On of our secrets is my wife, Terri, creating live videos of all our performances to close the show. And what’s unique is that each one plays their own style of music and posting them on social media – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, X and our own and that results in a variety of music to dance or listen to.”

YouTube channel,” the hazel-eyed bandleader said with a twinkle in his eyes.

So, how can you afford to hire and pay so many accordionists for each “Moreover, almost all the accordion players I work with have been playing for 20, performance? This writer asked the singer, songwriter who in 2009 was still one of 30 and 40 years and now they are getting the recognition they deserve since we Bene Medina’s thousands of students at Conjunto Heritage Taller, which was conow have a cumulative number of over one million people that have watched our founded by Rodolfo “Rudy” López and Carol Rodríguez in 2002. And on a sad videos. note, we just lost our beloved López on September 23.

“While other conjuntos tell us we’re losing sales because they can see and hear us “We were all among the 12-year-old kids to 80-year-old adult students when a on social media, the other side of the coin is that we receive emails and text small group of us got together to do backyard parties in 2010. Then the word got messages from people in nursing homes telling me not to stop because they can’t around and this is when I purchased a sound system for us to play in front of a leave to go see us perform. So, they greatly appreciate the videos. larger audience and believe me there’s no comparison.

Proof that Cardena’s promotional strategy is paying off is that Conjunto Puro “There are a dozen accordionists I work with, and this ensures me at least eight Corazón is not only becoming a household name and getting more gigs, but he is will be available for our gigs. However, regardless of their primary instrument, also in-demand for podcast, radio and television interviews. As an example, in the they, as I all play accordion. Dr. Martín Jaimé Sánchez, who sings country, and I last two months, he did two 30-minute interviews, one with Michelle “Chel” García write all our original material. The rest of the lineup is David Medina, emcee and and a second one with Pepe Alanis for his syndicated radio program out of La vocals; René De La Cruz, bajo sexto and lead vocals; John Vallejo, bass; and Mexicana in Crystal City. Plus, a podcast with David Escalante for Jesse Torres’ Johnny Mesquias on drums.

All-Star Awards. And a TV appearance on “San Antonio de Noche” with Via Via Each accordionist varies in age from 20-year-old Ángel De La Rosa, who is a and Irene Alanis. student at San Antonio College and his expertise is norteño. Rito Peño, who is 23, If you have yet to hear and dance to Cardenas and Conjunto Puro Corazón’s was just named ‘Accordion Player of the Year’ by the State of Texas and he’s also a music, be sure to catch their performances at La Gran Tamalada Saturday and country singer. Javier Velez is from Colombia. So, he plays some mean vallento Sunday on December 9 and 10 at Market Square. Or, at the 7th Annual All Star tunes. And Carlos Vallejo, shines on boleros. The rest of us are Julián Álvarez, Tejanos Toy Drive on Sunday, December 17 at VFW Post 9186.

Robert Gutiérrez, George De León,” the accordion playing bandleader said of his “We have been really, really blessed,” Cardenas said in praising the Lord for musical crew that also include rancheras, polkas, and redovas in their repertoire. blessing his conjunto.

“Our norm is that if we do a one-hour show, each accordion gets to solo on one For more information or to book Conjunto Puro Coraz?ón, one call Cardenas at tune; and if we do a two-hour show, they get to do two songs. But as I previously (210) 316-2494, email him at andyc32009@gmail.com and mentioned the audience cannot believe their eyes when they see all eight conjuntopurocorazon@gmail.com, their website, www.conjuntopurocorazon.com; accordionists are able to merge eight musical styles to close out each show.” or any of the aforementioned social media sites.

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Bruno Mars WHAT’S A SAGITTARIUS? Sagittarius is a mutable sign, meaning it is associated with adaptability and flexibility. This perfectly reflects the archers' deep-rooted desire for change.

Sagittarians are born to explore and it is critical that these archers have the freedom to roam. (Sagittarius rules the thighs, so these archers are always on the move.) Fueled by wanderlust, these archers can be found traversing all corners of the world on thrill-seeking expeditions, chasing after geographical, intellectual, and spiritual adventures. Sagittarians are on a perpetual quest for knowledge, which makes them incredible storytellers, entertainers, and creatives. It's not all fun and games, however: Sagittarius is notorious for its signature bluntness, and their "brutal honesty" can often lead to misunderstandings, communication breakdowns, and lots of hurt feelings. But the good news? Sagittarius doesn't take anything too seriously, so it's hard to stay mad at these wild optimists.

Sagittarius individuals are also known for their curiosity and energy, making them natural travelers of the zodiac. Their open mind and philosophical views drive them to explore the world in search of the meaning of life. As extroverts, they are optimistic, enthusiastic, and always ready for change. While they are often preoccupied with mental work, they have the ability to turn their visions and thoughts into concrete actions and circumstances.

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Sagittarians are very open-minded when it comes to dating and they like to be with people who challenge them to look at the world differently. They might be drawn to partners who are from different backgrounds or who grew up in another country, as they always want to be learning from their relationships.

In the 1984 hit movie “THE KARATE KID”, Why did Mr. Miyagi give Daniel his yellow classic 1948 Ford Super De Lux?

A er Morrison died in 1971 of an drug overdose, where was he buried in an unmarked grave?

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Answer C

A. FOR THE WORK HE DID C. HIS BIRTHDAY B. GRADUATE FROM SCHOOL D. NONE OF THE ABOVE

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MELODIES OF TEXAS: PART III

A Musicology of the Lone Star State!

By Don Mathis The late 60s wave of Texas Rock was just as ground-breaking as the previous decade. From Stephen Stills to Stevie Ray Vaughn, Boz Scaggs to Don Henly, Edgar and Johnny Winter; Texas musicians were masters of Psychedelia, Rock, and Blues. How about we listen to Janis Joplin sing a song written by another Texas musician, Kris Kristofferson, "Me and Bobby McGee." The first time I saw ZZ Top, I didn’t know who they were.

They were just a Little Ol' Band from Texas who opened for Janis Joplin the last time I saw her. About a year before she died, Joplin adopted the nickname ‘Pearl.’ I’d like to introduce you to an obscure instrumental tribute on ZZ Top's ‘Rio Grande Mud,’ "Apologies to Pearly."

When I’m away from Texas for any length of time, I begin to miss Mariachi music. Troubadours serenade with a variety of stringed instruments, matching outfits with tight trousers, short jackets, shiny boots, wide bow ties, maybe sombreros, and glittering chingaderas sewn onto their pants legs.

Currently, the hottest hit in el mundo de Mariachi is "Wemby, Go Spurs Go!" Mariachi is muy Mexicano. And then there’s Tejano, Conjunto, Canciones, Corridos, Cumbias, Orquesta, Rancheras, and Tex-Mex. Trini Lopez rocked the folk scene with “La Bamba.” Johnny Rodriguez had a string of hits “Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico.” Sunny Ozuna & the Sunglows used to “Talk to Me” with their Chicano Soul and Joe King Carrasco can make any day a “Party Weekend.”

But, to me, the true kings of Tex-Mex are from Dallas and San Antonio. Few may have heard of Domingo Samudio, but mention "Ring Dang Doo" or "Li'l Red Riding Hood," and the light goes on. Come on and count it with Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs, Uno, dos One, two, tres, cuatro; Yes, "Wooly Bully.”

Child prodigy Doug Sahm shared the stage with Hank Williams on the Louisiana Hayride in Shreveport in the 1940s. Back home in San Antonio, little Doug dug Mexican Conjunto and blues from his East Side predominately Black neighborhood.

Then he moved to San Francisco, and, popularizing on the British invasion craze, named his band the Sir Douglas Quintet. Can you remember remembering 1965? That woman, walking down the street? "She’s About a Mover!"

Fellow band member with the Quintet, Augie Meyers has a string of hits as a solo artist. "Hey, Baby, Que Paso" is almost considered the National Anthem in San Antonio. Years after the Quintet disbanded, Doug and Augie joined with two other superstars to form the Texas Tornados.

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Flaco Jiminez is descended from a family of Conjunto pioneers. His vocal ability and talents on the accordion have brought recognition and awards in the realms of Conjunto, Norteño, Tejano, Country, and Rock. Because the accordion was introduced to the conjunto community by the Germans, let's remember "In Heaven There Is No Beer," sung by Flaco in Spanish, English, and German.

Freddy Fender had hits in Rockabilly, Country, Swamp Pop, and bilingual versions of Rock, before he joined the Texas Tornados. Open yourself a longneck beer bottle, drink it down, and open another, and let’s listen "Before the Next Teardrop Falls."

What about Folk Music? Texas has got ‘em – but you may want to call it Alt-Country or Americana. Townes Van Zandt, Robert Earl Keen, David Allen Coe, Billy Joe Shaver, Michael Martin Murphy, Gary P. Nunn, and Jerry Jeff Walker. Hey, what is it about Texas songwriters having three names?

Don’t forget Kinky Friedman and Guy Clark.

Want more? Max Stalling, Jack Ingram, Kevin Fowler, Cory Morrow, Randy Rogers, Pat Green, Wade Bowen. Let’s listen to Willis Alan Ramsey sing about those "Northeast Texas Women."

Don’t discredit Texas women; musical examples abound in every genre: Old Country, Tanya Tucker; New Country, Kacey Musgraves; Blues, Marcia Ball; Americana, Tish Hinojosa; Easy Listening, Vikki Carr; Tejano, Lydia Mendoza; Folk Rock, Edie Brickell; Western, Dale Evans; Pop, Ashlee Simpson; Punk, Texas Terri; Indie Rock, Girl in a Coma; and Bluegrass, Mare Winningham.

Who have I left out? Michael Nesmith of the Monkees, "Papa Gene’s Blues;" B.J. Thomas, "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head;" Selena, "Bidi Bidi Bom Bom;" Buttercup, "Let It Drop;" Ornette Coleman, "Free Jazz;" Erykah Badu, "Tyrone;" Beyoncé, "Love on Top;" Lee Ann Womack, "I Hope You Dance;" Waylon Jennings, “Amanda;” Christopher Cross, “Sailing...”

And Miranda Lambert, “White Liar;” B.W. Stephenson, “My Maria;” Johnny Bush, "Whiskey River;" Carol Burnett, “The Trolley;” Adolph Hofner, “South Texas Swing;” Joe Tex, “Skinny Legs and All;” Barbara Mandrell, “I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool;” and the Jim Cullum Jazz Band, “Wild Man Blues.”

Any other musicians from Texas? Oh, yeah.

Don’t forget Willie Nelson singing "On the Road Again."

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Freddie Records orgullosamente anuncia el muy esperado lanzamiento de “Entre Copa Y Copa”, el nuevo video oficial de los super estrellas de la música Grupera y ganadores de multiples Grammys, LOS PALOMINOS. Después del incredible éxito que tuvieron con sus videos anteriores, “Y Por Esa Calle Vive” y “No Le Digas A Nadie” (que llegaron a la posición número uno en varias emisoras de radio a través de los Estados Unidos, Mexico y Latino América), casas llenas en todo EE.UU y presentaciónes legendarias en los festivales Nortex y Palomino Fest, Los Palominos regresan con otro video clásico que viene de su más reciente producción, EL ORGULLO DE UVALDE. “Entre Copa Y Copa” fue grabada en los famosos Legends Sound Studios en Corpus Christi, Texas y fue producida por Los Palominos. Productores Ejecutivos fueron Los Hermanos Martinez (Freddie Martinez, Jr., John Martinez, y Marc Martinez). Los ingenieros de grabación fueron Mariano Herrera, Eli Molina, y Ram Serna. Ingeniero de mezcla y masterización fue Mariano Herrera. Entre los actuales integrantes de Los Palominos figuran los hermanos Arreola que incluye James Arreola (Primera Voz, Bajo Quinto, Guitarra), Julio Arreola (Segunda Voz, Acordeón, Teclados), y Jorge Arreola (Coros, Bajo Eléctrico). Esán acompañados por el más nuevo integrante Daniel Martinez (Bateria, Percusiones) que antes formo parte de las agrupaciones Conjunto Primavera y Masizzo. Éste es un nuevo capítulo de Los Palominos ya que es la primera vez en su historia que un miembro no familiar ha sido parte del agrupación. “Entre Copa Y Copa” ya esta arroyandose por su canal favorito en YOUTUBE/FREDDIERECORDSTV. Es una canción norteña clásica bien conocida con un coro muy pegadizo y ese estilo inconfundible de Los Palominos. Espere que este video sea otro gran éxito con los seguidores de este muy amado grupo icónico.

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December Shows Will Make Your Holidays Glow!

-By Don Mathis

What better way to spend the dark days of December than with a ghost story? Especially if it is Charles Dickens’ timeless story, A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story. This production at the Public Theater from Dec. 1-17 will feature shadow performances designed for all audiences including the hearing impaired.

Ebenezer Scrooge will not be the only one who discovers the spirit of the season. Jaime Ramirez enlivens the tone of this redemptive story with musical arrangements. Tickets at ThePublicSA.org The Bard gets a shake in the Inebriated Shakespeare’s Christmas Carol, running Dec. 1-29 at the Artisan Craft Bar. Puck, Falstaff, and Hamlet become the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in Ian Doescher’s hilarious mix of Dickens and Shakespeare. Inebriated Shakespeare is a nonprofit theater group that incorporates an abridged Shakespeare play with some adult beverages thrown in. Visit InebriatedShakespeare.com/satx for complete details.

Teatro Audaz presents It’s a Wonderful Vida at the McCreless Theater at San Antonio College Dec. 7-17.

San Diego Playwright Herbert Siguenza brings a darkly satirical look at Mexican-Americans during Christmas in 1957. Set in Corpus Christi, the play examines the Pacheco family as they try to assimilate and reach for the American dream. This immigrant family gets an unexpected visit from Mexico that turns their whole world upside down. Find tickets at TeatroAudaz.com Petra’s Pecado, the classic Chicano comedy written by Rupert Reyes, returns to the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Dec. 8-17. Big business threatens a small tortilla factory in the fictional town of Las Flores.

An accidental hookup to an X-rated TV channel leads to a confession which leads to changes in the town’s annual play commemorating La Virgen’s appearance to Juan Diego. Visit GuadalupeCulturalArts.org for tickets and showtimes.

You can get a “Rocky Mountain High” at the John Denver Christmas, Dec. 14 & 15 at the Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater. Rick Schuler will pay tribute to John Denver and his “Old Guitar” in a night sure to bring “Joy to the World.” You will feel the “Sunshine on My Shoulder” in the “Aspenglow” as Schuler will “Fill Up My Senses” with “Annie’s Song.” I offer my “Poems, Prayers, and Promises” you won’t be “Leaving on a Jet Plane” until you hear “Silver Bells” ringing through a “Silent Night.” Tickets at TobinCenter.org Alamo City Dance Company’s production of The Nutcracker comes to the McAllister Auditorium on Dec. 16 & 17. This traditional ballet features a cast of more than 75 performers in 150 roles, accompanied by the live orchestration of Alamo City Symphony Viva! On Dec. 15, Eva’s Heroes will feature an abridged sensory-friendly version of The Nutcracker. Make your reservation to the Land of Sweets now at AlamoCityArts.org All Decked Out is a high-energy Christmas music extravaganza with an abundance of holiday spirit. A team of vocalists will perform more than 30 seasonal songs at the Fort Sam Houston Theater Fridays and Saturdays Dec. 15-23. Come early and enjoy one of the Harlequin’s holiday cocktails! The Fort Sam Theater, a Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece, is a star in its own right. Call 210-222-9694 by Tuesday for reservations to a weekend show.

The H-E-B Performance Hall has a nonstop lineup of Christmas entertainment throughout December. The DRUMLine Live Holiday Spectacular, Dec. 15, brings you gospel, jazz, and soul standards of Christmas cheer. Il Divo - A New Day Holiday Tour, Dec. 16, features the tenors and baritones of an international quartet. Girl Named Tom will bring their holiday EP, One More Christmas, to the stage Dec. 19. Cirque Musica will entertain all with acrobatics in a Holiday Wonderland, Dec. 20. And Mariachi Sol de Mexico presents Jose Hernandez’ Merry-Achi Christmas on Dec. 21. Find tickets at TobinCenter.org Sweat, the Pulitzer Prize winner for drama in 2017, gives an impassioned insight into identity by focusing on humanity. Americans of European, African, and Hispanic cultures mix at a local bar after their shift in the steel factory. Generations of interactions undergo an elemental change as the economy causes a reduction in the workforce. The play is powerful and political, poignant and provoking. Visit TobinCenter.org for tickets to the Jan. 8 performance at the Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater.

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The duo's material is known for containing influences of honky-tonk, mainstream country, and rock, as well as the contrast between their singing voices and on-stage personalities, although some of their music has also been criticized as formulaic. Their 1992 single "Boot Scootin' Boogie" helped repopularize line dancing in the United States, and 2001's "Only in America" was used by both George W. Bush and Barack Obama in their respective presidential campaigns.

Brooks and Dunn have collaborated with several artists, including Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Sheryl Crow, Mac Powell, Billy Gibbons, Jerry Jeff Walker, and Luke Combs.

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BROOKS & DUNN Brooks & Dunn are an American country music duo consisting of Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn, both of whom are vocalists and songwriters. The duo was founded in 1990 through the suggestion of songwriter and record producer Tim DuBois. Before their formation, both members were solo recording artists, having charted two solo singles apiece in the 1980s.

Brooks also released an album for Capitol Records in 1989 and wrote hit singles for other artists.

The duo signed to Arista Nashville after their foundation. They have recorded eleven studio albums, one Christmas album, and five compilation albums for the label. They also have released 50 singles, of which 20 went to number one on the Hot Country Songs charts and 19 more reached top 10. Two of these number-one songs, "My Maria" (a cover of the B.W. Stevenson song) and "Ain't Nothing 'bout You", were the top country songs of 1996 and 2001, respectively, according to the Billboard Year-End charts.

The latter is also the duo's longest-lasting number-one single on that chart at six weeks. Several of their songs have also reached the Billboard Hot 100, with the number-25 peaks of "Ain't Nothing 'bout You" and "Red Dirt Road" being their highest there. Brooks and Dunn also won the Country Music Association Vocal Duo of the Year award every year between 1992 and 2006, except for 2000. Two of their songs won the Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal: "Hard Workin' Man" in 1994 and "My Maria" in 1996. All but two of the duo's studio albums are certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America; their highest-certified is their 1991 debut album, Brand New Man, which is certified sextuple-platinum for shipments of six million copies.

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After announcing their retirement in August 2009, they performed their final concert on September 2, 2010, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Both Brooks and Dunn have continued to record for Arista Nashville as solo artists. Dunn released a selftitled album in 2011, which included the top-10 country hit "Bleed Red", while Brooks released New to This Town in September 2012. The duo reunited in 2015 for a series of concerts with Reba McEntire in Las Vegas. In 2019, the duo was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

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During the mid 90's working on and off camera, Daniel started working in the Ad Agency world as a free-lance Assistant Producer for 4 years with Top Leading Hispanic Advertising Agency; Sosa, Bromley, Aguilar, Noble & Associates and then became a Producer for Montemayor y Associados based in San Antonio, Texas. Daniel produced Radio & TV spots for clients such as Burger King, P&G products Pampers and Pepto-Bismol, Sprint, Western Union, Circle K, Chrysler Jeep Cherokee.

In 1999, after serving as a DGA - Unit Production Manager (UPM) on the Independent Feature film titled: "Living The Life" starring Jay Hernandez formerly known as "Party Girl", Executive Producer Jack Mayesh offered Daniel a position as a Producer for Richard & Esther Shapiro Entertainment, Inc. in their Beverly Hills California office from 2000-2003.

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In 2010, he then Directed & Executive Produced an Award Winning "Best Reality Documentary" titled; Paparazzi: Full Throttle LA, that won several awards in the New York International Film & Video Film Festival and at the Indie Fest for an "Award of Merit" in San Diego, California and at the Beverly Hills Film & Video Film Festival.

In 2018, Creator/Producer/Actor/Director Daniel "Danny" Ramos returned back to San Antonio and has made his Directorial Debut on his 1st Independent Feature Film titled: "The Margarita Man", starring Anthony Guajardo, Danny Trejo, Jesse Borrego, Barry Corbin and Pepe Serna a 2019 Multi-Award Winning Indie Film, which won for Best Narrative Feature: Gold (Comedy) and the Grand Prize for (Best of Festival) at the Hollywood Independent Filmmaker Awards and Festival on the lot of Paramount Pictures Studio in Hollywood, California and also took an (Award of Merit) at the Accolade Global Film Competition.

Daniel Ramos - Movie Producer

In 2022, Producer/Director Daniel took another Gold Award for his Cinematic Dark Music video "Fallen Angel" by LA Latina Rap Artist Squishy, created & written by Natalie Calderon and Mousie Cervantez at the Hollywood Independent Filmmaker Awards and Festival.

Daniel "Danny" Ramos is a multi-award winning independent Director/Producer, born and raised in San Antonio and lived in Los Angeles, California from 20002013, Daniel is a member of the respected Directors Guild of America, Inc. (DGA) since 1995 and Screen Actors Guild (SAG/AFTRA) since 1993 and had been in the Entertainment Industry for over 35 years.

He was also the 1st Assistant Director with country award winning songwriter/artist Miranda Lambert where she won "Female Video of the Year" for her hit song "If I Was a Cowboy" directed by award winning Trey Fanjoy filmed in Boerne, Texas at the 56th Edition 2022 CMT Awards on CBS Live from Nashville, TN.

While studying Theatre Arts and served as the Vice President of the Drama Club in his high school years at Highlands High School in the 80's, he caught the acting bug and soon made his first TV featured appearance on ABC General Hospital, NBC Unsolved Mysteries and NBC Knight Rider 2000 with David Hasselhoff, while shooting on location in San Antonio, Texas. He also had principal roles in TV commercials such as McDonald's, Miller Lite Beer, Coca-Cola, Taco Bell and appeared on TV shows and feature films.

Daniel has also Co-Produced a few Independent Feature Films: "Colossal Youth" starring Riker Lynch, "Mexican Gangster 2: Venganza" starring Damian Chapa and a new upcoming Rom-Com titled, "The Answer to my Prayer" starring Songwriter/Actor, Despacito sensation Luis Fonsi and Actress Vannessa Vasquez, co-starring Chris Kattan, Angelica Maria and Pepe Serna, coming soon 2023. Recently he has added “Mexican Gangster 2 - Venganza” to his portfolio and he was also Damian Chapa’s Co-Producer and played a part as Lucio Vasquez in the film, shared a scene with Tejano Legend Little Joe Hernandez.

After attending San Antonio College where he majored in Radio, Television & Film Production, Daniel worked for Dick Clark Productions & ABC Television in 1988 "SeaWorld-Texas Grand Opening Celebrity Celebration" in the Cue Card Department and worked on a Lifetime Network show, "Attitudes Across America" as a Supervising Producer, later in his career he worked with Academy Award winning "Rocky" Director John G. Avildsen on a studio picture New Line Cinema titled: "8 Seconds'" starring Luke Perry and Stephen Baldwin in 1994, where he was John G. Avildsen's Assistant to the Director and had a Role as a Bartender filmed in San Antonio. He then had the opportunity to work on a Walt Disney Studio Picture "The Big Green" starring Steve Guttenberg and Olivia d'Abo in 1995 as a DGA 2nd Unit Second AD filmed in Austin, Texas and Warner Brothers Picture, "Selena" starring Jennifer Lopez and Edward James Olmos in 1996 as a DGA 2nd 2nd Assistant Director and a Location Scout that filmed in San Antonio and continues to work as a 1st & 2nd assistant director on over hundreds of national/regional TV commercials, music videos and documentaries nationally and Internationally.

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Daniel Ramos is the Owner/CEO and Executive Producer of Drop Zone Films, LLC an Independent Production company since 2007.

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Elvis Presley’s favorite Sandwich!

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Dolly Parton’s Holiday Banana Pudding Dolly Parton has said time and time again that her mother’s banana pudding is one of her favorites. According to Dolly, one of her neighbors near her family’s Tennessee home owned a store. They would tell Dolly’s mother when bananas were going bad so that she could buy them for a cheaper price. The family knew that on these days, her mom would make Courtsey her famous banana pudding.

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups 2% milk 3 large eggs 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 8 ounces vanilla wafers (about 60 cookies), divided 4 large ripe bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices In a large saucepan, mix sugar, flour and salt. Whisk in milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat.

Advertisement In a small bowl, whisk eggs. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into eggs; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Cool 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

In an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish, layer 25 vanilla wafers, half of the banana slices and half of the pudding. Repeat layers.

Press plastic wrap onto surface of pudding. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Just before serving, remove wrap; crush remaining wafers and sprinkle over top.

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A. INSURANCE MAN C. ARCHITECT D. REPORTER B. SALESMAN

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SIN OF LYING A minister told his congregation, "Next week I an to preach about the sin of lying. To help you understand my sermon, I want you all to read Mark 17."

The following Sunday, as he prepared to deliver his sermon, the minister asked for a show of hands. He wanted to know how many had read Mark 17. Every hand went up.

The minister smiled and said, "Mark has only sixteen chapters. I will now proceed with my sermon on the sin of lying."

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BEDTIME STORIES! A seven-year-old girl walked into her mother's bedroom in the middle of the night and asked her to tell her a bedtime story.

The mother wasn't thrilled with the request and said, "It's almost two in the morning."

"I know, Mommy, but I had a bad dream, and I won't fall back asleep without a story," replied her daughter.

The mother scooted in bed, raised the sheets, and said, "Ok, get in here with me. We'll wait for your father to come back, and I bet he will have a heck of a story for us both."

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A man was struck by a bus on a busy street in New York City. He lied, dying on the sidewalk as a crowd of spectators gathered around.

“A priest! Somebody get me a priest!” the man gasped.

A policeman checked the crowd but found no priest, no minister, and no man of God of any kind.

“A PRIEST, PLEASE!” the dying man said again.

Then, out of the crowd, stepped a little old man of at least eighty years of age.

“Officer,” said the man, “I’m not a priest, but for fifty years now I’ve been living behind St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Third Avenue, and every night I’m listening to the Catholic litany.

Maybe I can be of some comfort to this man.”

The policeman agreed and brought the old guy over to the dying man. He kneeled down, leaning over the injured, and said in a solemn voice, “B – 4. I – 19. N – 38. G – 54. O – 72.”

A blonde went to a flight school insisting she wanted to learn to fly that day. As all the planes were currently in use, the owner agreed to instruct her on how to pilot the helicopter solo by radio.

He took her out, showed her how to start it, gave her the basics, and sent her on her way.

After she climbed 1000 feet, she radioed in. “I’m doing great! I love it! The view is so beautiful, and I’m starting to get the hang of this.”

After 2000 feet, she radioed again, saying how easy it was becoming to fly.

The instructor watched her climb over 3000 feet, and was beginning to worry that she hadn’t radioed in. A few minutes later, he watched in horror as she crashed about half a mile away.

He ran over and pulled her from the wreckage. When he asked what happened, she said: “I don’t know! Everything was going fine, but as I got higher, I was starting to get cold. I turned off the big fan, but I can’t remember what happened after.”

WHO’S THE BOSS? A guy was doing some handyman work at a house. Across the room, there was a large gray parrot on a perch.

At one point, the family dog came into the room and jumped up on the couch. The parrot said, “Get off the couch!” and the dog jumped down immediately.

After a while, a small child came into the room with toys, and the parrot said, “Go back to your room!” The child picked up his toys and left without hesitation.

The guy turned to the parrot and said, “I’ve never seen anything like that before.”

The parrot looked at the guy and said, “Get back to work!”

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