Category Archives: biography
JUST AN ORDINARY MAN
There is always a struggle, a striving for something bigger than yourself in all forms of art. And even if you don’t achieve greatness, even if you fail, which we all must, everything you \do in your work is … Continue reading
IT TAKES A THIEF
In 1702, on this day, a young lad was born in London, England. His parents were average folks, but Jack Sheppard was born into poverty. His dad was a carpenter and even though he died when Jack was quite young, … Continue reading
ONE RINGY DINGY
One has to wonder what Alexander Graham Bell would think of today’s smart phones. The thought of his simple telephone would pale in comparison, but would it really. At the time of its invention, the means of communication were limited … Continue reading
GERMAN CHAMPION
It was an age of awakening – of innovation and invention – of cultural highs in art and music. Research and science were at an all time high in order to find solutions regarding the plagues of the time. People … Continue reading
IN THE MOOD
One of my fondest memories growing up in the 40s and 50s was having my dad sing some of the famous songs of his youth – songs about love and life – songs with a good beat and timing songs with … Continue reading
A LIFE OF CRIME
In this series of biographies, I’ve been highlighting those noble men who changed the way we live, think and do things. Today, I’m going off the tracks a little, and into the life of a boy born of Jewish immigrants. … Continue reading
ROMAN CHRISTIAN RULER
Born on this day in the year 272 AD, Constantine, the Great, was the first Roman Emperor to embrace Christianity during is reign. His father , Constantius, was tolerant and skilled in the politics of the day. Being a military officer, he … Continue reading
A MAN OF MANY WORDS
On this day, in 1802, Victor Hugo was born, in Besançon, France. His father was a military officer who later served under Napoleon as a general. Victor’s father encouraged his son to admire Napoleon as a hero. Victor studied law, … Continue reading
MAKING AN IMPRESSION
Self Portrait Pierre-Auguste Renoir Pierre-Auguste Renoir was born on this day in 1841. One of six children, he would eventually become one of the greatest artists of the early twentieth century. His father and mother were a tailor and seamstress. … Continue reading
AVID STORY TELLER
I like to consider myself an avid storyteller. From the day of my youth, I’ve been retelling some of the most famous fairy tales and folklore and have even thrown in a few of my own. With time, stories often … Continue reading
MUSIC THAT MOVED A KING
George Frederic Handel was born on this day in 1685 in Halle, Germany. He showed an early interest in the study of music, but his father felt it a worthless career choice and insisted there be no musical instruments in the house. … Continue reading
A MAN WHO COULD’VE BEEN KING
Today we celebrate the birthday of the first POTUS, George Washington. I remember as a child in elementary school, that this was a very important day in itself. We now celebrate the birthdays of all presidents on one day in … Continue reading
ERMA LOUISE FISTE
This is my first tribute to a woman for this month. Lots of famous women were born during February, but this one holds a special place in my heart. Born on this day in 1921 in Bellbrook, Ohio, to a … Continue reading
BLACK & WHITE DRAMA
Ansel Adams was born on this day in 1902 in San Francisco. When San Francisco was devastated by the horrible earthquake of 1906, his family moved to the Seacliff neighborhood, which had a fantastic view of the Golden Gate Bridge and … Continue reading
WINNING BY A NOSE
Eddie Arcaro was born on this day in 1916, the premature son of Italian immigrant parents. He would only reach 5’2″ in his adult life. Being small allowed him to become one of the greatest thoroughbred horse racing jockeys of … Continue reading
AARON MONTGOMERY WARD
Born on this day in 1842, in Chatham, New Jersey, Aaron Montgomery Ward was part of a large family with modest means. His father moved the family to Niles, Michigan when Monty was nine years old. As was the case … Continue reading
OH FOR THE LIFE OF A DUMMY
In all my years of telling stories through drama, one of my favorites is the story of “Pinnochio,” the little wooden puppet that wanted so much to be a real boy. In the end he got his wish, but not … Continue reading
GALILEO
He was born on this day in 1564 – a time when the European Renaissance was well underway. This time of enlightenment after the Middle Ages, was awakening the senses in ways never before experienced. Before his birth in Pisa, … Continue reading
HEART THROB, ROBERT WAGNER
Robert Wagner probably is best known for being the husband of Natalie Wood. He was born on this day in 1930 and graced the silver screen with his good looks for many years. He still appears in television shows occasionally. … Continue reading
ANOTHER RONALD’S BIRTHDAY
This splendidly handsome man was born on February 9, 1891 – a long time before I was even a glint in my father’s eye. He was born in England and studied at a boarding school in Littlehampton. His intention was … Continue reading
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