GB Items Related to Tag - sound
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The Sounds of a Century
Take a fascinating look back at the elegant machines that made recording sound possible with one of the foremost collectors in the country.
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Man in Motion
GB gets motion picture pioneer Charlie White ready for his close-up. Charlie synchronized sound to pictures when talkies were all the rage. In later years, he brought films to show people in nursing homes.
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Esther Medley
Esther Medley recently bowled a 244, the highest in her league. That may not sound impressive until you realize that she is 94 years old and legally blind.
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Summer Daze...
It is a lovely, sunny and warm Florida summer day. My youngest is complaining loudly that he is bored. The constant whining of “Mom, there’s NOTHING to do!” echoes throughout the house. I try to ignore his cries and...
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Harley Davidson 105th!
There are a lot of things to do on a Labor Day weekend...but when your guy lives near Milwaukee and owns a Harley, the only plan possible was to spend it at Harley Davidson's 105th reunion. So Friday morning I traded the high heels, sneakers and...
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Tacky, Tacky!
Actually, truth be told, we’re all up in there with being tacky...but tackiness is as tacky does, as The Ancient One is want to say. I’m still not sure what that means, but I think she was trying to tell us that there actually ARE...
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Camilla's Roadie Report - 30 Years Together
Thirty years have passed and we have hardly noticed. Our life together has been filled with love, some hot water, some cold water, a wee bit of tepid water and a whole bunch of adventures. We were packing again for another adventure. Another opportunity...
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Trick or Treat
Trick or Treat? By Tatjana “Irongeezelle” Eggink & Cliff “Irongeezer” Eggink Since October is the month of Halloween, Irongeezelle thought it might be apropos to provide a mixed bag of morsels, most tasty and most foul:...
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Jazz on the Water
The other night my wife and I along with some friends went on a little cruise on the Indian River Lagoon. It was the annual WFIT Indian River Queen Paddleboat Cruise where two hundred sixty Jazz aficionados/WFIT supporters gather on the ninety-nine foot...
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The Desire to Write
I have had good storytellers, great conversationalists and naturally funny people tell me that they could never be a writer. “And, why is that?” I ask. “I'm not good enough,” is the usual...
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Art & Judee Wickersham
There are all kinds of ways to see the world. One couple decided to take the slow and scenic route on a tandem bicycle.
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Picture of the Day and B'days for Oct. 6
Today is Monday, Oct. 6, the 280th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include former Bond girl Britt Ekland who turns 66 today. Our picture of the day is from operation migration.
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Picture of the Day and B'days for Nov. 18
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 18. Today's birthdays include actress Linda Evans who turns 66. Our picture of the day is a memorable vacation photo. Trust us. You're going to want to see this one.
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Laying an AIG
What the heck is going on? If we were prizefighters I think our corner would have no choice but to throw in the towel! Life seems to have become an Irwin Allen movie. There's a disaster around every corner. All unexpected, all unprecedented,...
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Bats - wood or aluminum
As a 45 yr old guy trying to compete with kids 20 years my junior, I thought the decision that my league made (Lehigh Valley Men's Senior Baseball League) to switch to wood bats would quickly end my baseball career. I thought that I needed all the help I...
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Picture of the Day and B'days for Oct. 14
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14. Today's birthdays include Sir Roger Moore, who turns 81. Moore played James Bond longer than any other actor. Our picture of the day is a superhero who has seen better days.
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A Legend of Stage and Screen
Julie Andrews has had a legendary career; from movies and television to Broadway musicals, and now, she's an acclaimed author.
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Challenge: Lose 1 Million Pounds
If your New Year's resolution is to lose weight, you're in good company. A study by the U.S. government finds that it's the number one vow that Americans make at midnight on December 31st. Paying off debts, saving money and getting a better job come in...
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Roadie Report 32 -By Camilla McGuinn
Growing Bolder Note: This a fabulous 2007 wrap-up written by Roger McGuinn's wife Camilla. As always, it's a fascinating tale that starts in the present and occasionally "timeshifts" to add context to the present. October 10, 2007: Roger was...
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The Baby Boomer Retreat, Daytona Beach, Fl
What can I say? I am exhausted but in a good way after experiencing the marvelous Diva Retreat. I know Beverly must have been exhausted as well as Carol, her assistant who recently lost her father and aunt. I tried to comfort her as...
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Get Connected!
Cell Phones. How did we ever live without them? Isn’t it amazing how quickly they’ve become part of our lives? It just doesn’t feel right to leave the house without one. Like a wristwatch, we instinctively reach for it as part...
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Adventures of a Startup
So here we are – me, Marc, Bill and Jason – sitting in the lobby of our office building, looking for the next big Growing Bolder star. Our developers are some of the best in the business, but they need help. Now that we've...
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Memories of the Byrds as told to Camilla McGuinn
In July 2005, I wrote the first "Roadie Report" for Roger's web page. I wasn't sure I wanted this personal road diary to come under scrutiny of the world, but several different prompts set me to writing. After a few BLOG entries, I received an email from...
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Fail to Succeed
If you're worried about failure, don't. Embrace it. Failure can be an important step in the quest for success. Want proof? Take a look at this list of "failures."
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And the Tony Nominees Are ...
Make way for Whoopi -- the nominations for the 2008 American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards are out, and there are some big names on the list! Check it out, and see the biggest name of all -- the host!
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Can He Do It?
64-year-old adventurer Michael Fournier, a retired French Army officer is ready for his big moment. Fournier has spent two decades and nearly $20 million in a quest to break American Joe Kittinger's 48-year-old record for highest parachute jump.
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Want to Add 14 Years to Your Life?
Researchers just released a list of some easy things you can do to live a longer, happier life.
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Aim That Super-Soaker
It happens almost every day. I get home from work, kick off my shoes, plop down in front of the television and I hear that unmistakable voice. He wants me to go swimming. My 13-year old son has waited all day for his dad to join him in the...
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A Rare Look at Helen Keller
It's a never-before-seen photograph that has the world buzzing. The picture shows Keller and her teacher on a summer vacation -- just months after the communication breakthrough that changed both of their lives.
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Camilla and Roger McGuinn - Roadie Report 36
We have been home for six weeks, so when I sat down at my desk this Saturday morning, I didn’t have a clue what to write but to write I must. We happily go on the road again on Wednesday and the April Blog must be uploaded to mcguinn.com.I could...
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What People Are Saying About the Book…
To say thank you to everyone who helped or contributed to “Learning Later, Living Greater,” I mailed about 85 copies of the book out. Here are some of the comments. It certainly is nice to read them. Harry R. (Rick)...
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Can I get an 'Amen?'
Well, I just got back from a most wonderful 2 weeks away 'on tour' and I must say I am tired and still reeling from all the events! All 3 concerts were a real joy to do. The St. Paul United Church of Christ and...
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More Motivation
The world is filled with doubters. Even men and women of vision have failed to understand a transformational idea. So, if you wonder why no one understands your vision -- this list of mind boggling quotes might make you feel a little better.
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What Moment Changed Your Life Forever?
Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.






























