Monthly Archives: April 2012
The Alluring Mystique of Talismans and Good Luck Charms
Amulet: an object intended to bring good luck or protection to its owner. Talisman: an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune. Fetish: an object regarded with awe as being the embodiment or habitation … Continue reading
Filed under Advertising, Antiques, Art and Culture, Human Behavior
My Past and Occasional Present Pursuit of the Perfect Hot Dog
I wish I were an Oscar Mayer wiener that is what I’d really like to be ’cause if I were an Oscar Mayer wiener everyone would be in love with me Oh, I’m glad I’m not an Oscar Mayer … Continue reading
Filed under Advertising, Dining, Food, Pop Culture
H.R. Pufnstuf – Trippin’ Down Pyschedelic 60s Saturday Morning Lane
On many an occasion, Betsy and I have been delighted about how our interests and experiences with candy, toys and pop culture have coincided, despite having grown up in very different circumstances. Numerous times we have brought up the subject … Continue reading
Filed under Art and Culture, Pop Culture, TV Shows
My Easter Weekend Ode to Rabbits, Bunnies and Symbolism
When personified, there is something about rabbits and bunnies that can be downright creepy … eliciting a similar reaction as clowns do. This morning on ABC7 Chicago News, a viewer shared a shot of her baby crying hysterically on the lap … Continue reading
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