Tag Archives: fun stuff

Friday Sinema: South vs. Midwest

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Silver James

Okay. It’s (not) A Southern Thing but these two gals are just as funny. Considering how far south Winter Storm Fern (again, WhoTAF names a winter storm freakin’ Fern?!!???), I figured this video is worth the giggle as you watch. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Melting Snowman Cocoa Bombs

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Silver James

Since the snow won’t be melting anytime soon and powder snow is great for skiing or sledding but notsomuch for snowman building, I thought I’d reshare the recipe from several years ago. Who knew hot cocoa bombs are a thing? This … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Snow

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Silver James

Okay. To be honest, this video is probably more appropriate for either Halloween or Christmas but… See, we (along with about 2/3s of the US) are supposed to get this massive snow storm. Today is a little sleet and freezing … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Sea Chants

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Silver James

As many of you know, I’m a big fan of Celtic music and since sea chanty tunes are often derived from Celtic tunes, it’s a no brainer than I clap, tap, and bob along. Add in the action here, and … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Going to the Dogs

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Silver James

One of my favorite accounts on X is We Rate Dogs. They have a foundation to helps pay medical bills for strays, promote adoptions, have cool swag (Tell Your Dog I Said Hi), and post videos of cute dogs doing … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: You Look Familiar

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Silver James

Due to the placement of the holidays on Thursdays last year, there were no Thursday Threads to tug. Luckily, I had a Christmas story to share for the one and the next Thursday was New Year’s Day so…hey, Happy New … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Titles: Rock Chicks and Angels

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Silver James

I have a confession. There’s a very popular author who, by all rights, should drive me crazy. She writes books that wallow in the stuff that makes me want to toss books at walls. She writes in 1st Person POV. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Christmas Lights

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Silver James

Yes. I’m late. I won’t EVEN get into all the forgetfulness from yesterday. That said, it was a wonderful day with family and friends. Today, sharing one of my favorite types of Christmas videos–first responder light shows. I have no … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Titles: Christmas Wishes

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Silver James

Today you get a real treat in this title. It’s free! And B.E. Sanderson has created an interesting world full of djinn, wishes, immortals and….maybe some mystery and murder mixed in with the magic. As hinted, I’m cutting back on … Continue reading →

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Christmas Monday

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Silver James

It is almost Christmas! Only three more sleeps before we wake up to presents and good times. And at least that’s what I hope and wish for all of us. And despite today’s meme, I am almost ready…the operative word … Continue reading →

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