Category Archives: Celebrities

Reflections on the Adventure

“If adventure has a name, it must be Indiana Jones.” That was the tagline for one of the movies, maybe Indy 2. It’s come to mind often in the weeks leading up to the release of Indy 5. In my … Continue reading

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#52Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Character

I’m about 95% sure that Wade Warren Silcox is my 3x Great Grandfather, and if he is not, then he is my 3x Great Grandfather’s brother. He most definitely had an interesting life. Wade’s story actually begins with his father, … Continue reading

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What’s Curtis Armstrong Up To?

When I hear the name Curtis Armstrong, two facts come to mind: He played Herbert Viola in the TV series Moonlighting, back in the ’80s. He came to Pensacola to help protect patients and doctors going into abortion clinics one … Continue reading

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Kate is NOT a Princess!

I’m getting a little irritated at seeing “Princess Kate” pop up in television and print news stories, not to mention online. She is not a princess. She is the Duchess of Cambridge. She may also be referred to as Her … Continue reading

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I met a famous filmmaker today.

I’m jumping the gun just a little. Brett Haley isn’t a household name, but judging by the reviews his new feature film is getting, he probably will be very soon. Trieste Kelly Dunn and Brett Haley Brett grew up in … Continue reading

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