- Nancy Cobb - I had the pleasure of meeting her at a luncheon during Bob Dylan's residency at the Beacon Theater in November 2019. She visited Duluth during Dylan's birthday celebration and from there visited Hibbing. She is now on her way to Tulsa for the World of Bob Dylan 2023.
- SueMyAss - that is her Twitter handle. I don't know her real name. She is planning to go to every Dylan concert in June in Portugal, Spain, France and Italy
- Laura Tenschert- She has a podcast called Definitely Dylan and has spoken at several conferences. She posts regularly on Instagram and Twitter about her favorite singer-songwriter
- Anne Margaret Daniel - a professor at the New School for Social Research in NYC. She teaches a course about Dylan there and has spoken at academic conferences about him.
Monday, May 29, 2023
Four Terrific Female Bob Dylan Fans
Saturday, May 27, 2023
Friday, May 26, 2023
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
For Bob Dylan's 82nd Birthday I am Playing Dear Landlord
Monday, May 22, 2023
Mets Defeat Guardians 2-1 on Sunday Night
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Happy Recap - The Mets Beat the Cleveland Guardians 10-9 on a Walk off Hit by Francisco Lindor in the 10th Inning
Friday, May 19, 2023
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The Mets Will Recall Mark Vientos
Monday, May 15, 2023
Will Another Online Relationship End Abruptly?
Saturday, May 13, 2023
It Ain't Over - An Excellent Documentary about Yogi Berra
- Jackie Robinson called safe after a collision with Yogi in the 1955 World Series
- Yogi's refusing to set foot into Yankee Stadium after George Steinbrenner fired him as manager in 1985.
- His amusing quotes such as "If you see a fork in the road, take it"
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Politics 1974 vs Today
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
I'll Be on My Way - Paul McCartney's First Song
Beatles historian Mark Lewisohn reports that Paul McCartney wrote I'll be on my way in early 1959. Below is the version recorded Live at the BBC.
Sunday, May 7, 2023
The Mets Fall to 17-18 as They Lose to the Colorado Rockies 13-6
Saturday, May 6, 2023
Happy 92nd Birthday to Willie Mays
Thursday, May 4, 2023
Should We Panic about the Mets? - We are Now 20% into the Season
- Justin Verlander was out for one month and gave up 2 home runs in his first outing.
- Jose Quintana is expected to miss half the season
- Omar Narvaez was just placed on the 60-day injury list. This gives Francisco Alvarez a chance to prove himself at the major league level.
- Carlos Carrasco has been out for a few weeks.
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
The Bob Dylan - Gordon Lightfoot Connection
It was announced today that Canadian singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot died at age 84 of natural causes in Toronto. Leave it to me to find connections to Bob Dylan.
Monday, May 1, 2023
Harry Belafonte Sings Bob Dylan
I must say that Harry Belafonte has some voice. I was only familiar with the Banana Boat Song and Matilda. I found out that he covered two Dylan songs:
- Tomorrow is a Long Time
- Forever Young
Saturday, April 29, 2023
John Fogerty at Radio City Music Hall
- Fortunate Son
- Run through the Jungle
- Born on the Bayou
- Looking Out My Back Door
- Green River
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Three Versions of Maggie's Farm - One of My Favorites by Bob Dylan
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
My Favorite Harry Belafonte Song is Matilda
- Bumpkin
- Kojak
- Captain Crunch
- Norton
Random Thoughts of the Day
- Today Joe Biden announced that he will be running for a second term as president. I am still concerned about his age as he would be 86 at the end of his second term. He has very few challengers for the Democratic nomination.
- Donald Trump must never become President again. As far as I am concerned he is a criminal. His actions on January 6, 2021, alone should disqualify him from the presidency. Sadly the wheels of justice are moving too slowly in this and his other alleged criminal actions.
- Happy 90th birthday to Willie Nelson. I hope he continues to record and perform.
- So many baseball players get big contracts and end up on the injured list. For example, Justin Verlander has not yet pitched for the Mets. He got about $7 Million in salary for being injured. Starting pitchers Carlos Carrasco and Jose Quintana are also on the injured list.
- There will be another World of Bob Dylan Conference in Tulsa in June. I decided not to go this time since the conference is a little too scholarly for me. I enjoyed the conference in 2019, but I feel a little "Dylaned out".
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Bob Dylan's Never Ending Tour Completed its Japanese Leg and Will Come to Europe in June
- Lisbon
- Madrid
- Lyon
- Milan
- Rome
Friday, April 21, 2023
Another Birthday - Where Did All These Years Go?
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
As Tears Go By/Marianne Faithful and Rolling Stones Versions
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Today Marks the 100th Anniversary of Yankee Stadium
- The original (1923-1973)
- A renovated version of the original (1976-2008)
- Current stadium built across the street from the original (2009- )
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Three Shapiros in Oakland
The future of the Oakland franchise is in doubt as they must move to a new stadium. If that does not happen within a few years, the team will likely move to Las Vegas.
Saturday, April 15, 2023
The New York City Sports Calendar is Full These Days
- The Mets were out west in Oakland last night where they demolished the A's 17-6
- The Yankees are home against the Minnesota Twins. They lost 4-3
- The Knicks start the first round of the NBA playoffs in Cleveland against the Cavaliers
- The Nets start their playoff schedule in Philadelphia against the 76ers
- The Rangers and Devils face off against each other
- The Islanders face the Carolina Hurricanes in the first round
- 16 teams in Major League Baseball
- 8 Teams in the NBA
- 6 Teams in the NHL
Thursday, April 13, 2023
I Want You - Bob Dylan Song of the Day - Two Versions
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
The Ball Rolled for the Mets Twice Last Night
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Marlins 7 Mets 2 in Our First Sunday Game of the Season
Friday, April 7, 2023
Opening Day at Citi Field - Mets 9 Marlins 3
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Justice Delayed is Justice Denied to the American People
Monday, April 3, 2023
Saturday April 1 - Trip from Miami to St. Petersburg - Tampa Bay Rays vs Detroit Tigers
Tropicana Park has been maligned by some as it is quite drab compared to other stadiums. I would concur with that. St. Petersburg is at a distance from the more populated Tampa making it inconvenient for fans to drive over.
When I took my seat, I noticed many Detroit Tigers fans. These people did not look like retirees, so I wondered if these people traveled from Michigan to see their favorite team.
Zack Elfin who received the largest free agent contract in Rays history, allowed only 1 run and 3 hits in 5 innings. Yandy DÃaz and Wander Franco each had three hits and three RBI for the Rays, who scored seven times in the third inning to ruin right-hander Spencer Turnbull's first major league outing for the Tigers since June 4, 2021. The Tiger fans must have been disappointed as their team lost 12-2.
Friday March 31 - Tour of Miami - Lunch at Hard Rock Cafe - Mets vs Marlins -Game 2
Thursday March 30 - It's Time to Meet the Mets in Miami
Wednesday March 29 - The Trip from Tampa to Miami
Tuesday March 28 - The Vacation Begins
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Just Returned from Vacation
Monday, March 27, 2023
Happy Birthday, Lee (It is actually tomorrow)
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Random Oldie of the Day - Ventura Highway by America
Thursday, March 23, 2023
It is 7:31 and It's Time To Turn Off The Today Show - Creating the News Again About the Murdaughs
I thought that after Alex Murdaugh was convicted and sentenced, I would not hear about that family again. Now his son, Buster, is suspected of the death of his classmate Stephen Smith in 2015. This was a cold case that is suddenly being reopened. There are likely hundreds of murder cases that have not been solved. Why is this getting so much attention from the media? Since Alex is a murderer, why is his son also suspected as a murderer? I usually watch The Today Show in the morning, but every day at 7:31 it is Murdaugh time when I turn off the TV.
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Remembering May 8, 1970, and Willis Reed
Monday, March 20, 2023
Why Don't You Write Me by Simon and Garfunkel - Classic Album Cut of the Day
Sunday, March 19, 2023
More Unhappiness about a Discussion Group
I previously reported on my unhappiness with a discussion group at a local senior center. I asked the people there if they can start a group for men only. They accepted my suggestion and started a group that meets on Friday mornings. The same problems that I faced with two other groups exist in this men's group.
- A few people domineer the group
- I am just listening to other people's small talk.
- Ensure that everyone who wants to talk should have the opportunity.
- The topic at hand should be of interest to the majority of participants.
Friday, March 17, 2023
Remembering Richard Sweeney and His Green Jacket on St. Patrick's Day
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Obvious Oldie of the Day - Vehicle by Ides of March
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Bob Dylan Advertising Signs 2004-2014
Monday, March 13, 2023
Happy 84th Birthday to Neil Sedaka
Saturday, March 11, 2023
This Cartoon Hits Close to Home
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Thoughts on Ending Friendships
An article on the Today Show website prompted me to write this journal entry as I recall how some friendships ended over the years. Some were abrupt while others were gradual.
The silliest reason came in 2009 when DD who lives near Chicago ended our friendship over a difference of opinion over a radio show and its host. He wasn't a real friend since I never met him as we exchanged phone calls and emails over a few years.
I was a good friend of AA from 1970-74. I was even best man at his wedding in 1973. After that point, he looked down upon me since I was still single and not even dating anyone. In late 1974 during a phone call he said, "duh when you get a girl, I'll be sure to come down there." We never saw each other after that time.
I was a good friend of JB from 1975-78. During the summer of 1978, he trashed me over the phone saying that I was turning into a deadbeat because I was unemployed. I was living in CT, while he was living in NJ. In a letter to him, I defended myself by saying that I was trying very hard to find a new job. He sent a "Dear John" letter to me saying that the good chemistry between us was no longer there and we should "move on" from each other. I was very upset as he kicked me when I was down.
In most cases, friendships end gradually as paths diverge as seen in the picture above. People are friends when they are in school together or at the same job. When one leaves, the friendship usually ends eventually. Sometime people reconnect via social media, but it is just not the same.
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Monday, March 6, 2023
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