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We resume our survey of animated weather disasters in 1935, beginning with a landmark film well-remembered by classic animation afficionados. If you’re one of such persons, it’ll be an old friend. If you’re one of the uninitiated, you’re in for a treat, and a milestone lesson in animation history. Also included this week are numerous samples of the one-shots of Fleischer, Warner Brothers, and MGM, another forgotten visit with Buddy, and a wrap-up with Betty Boop, and Oswald the Rabbit (in color!). The Band Concert (Disney/United Artists, Mickey Mouse, 2/23/35 – Wilfred Jackson, dir.) – What can be said of...

When last we left Below Deck Sailing Yacht, the Parsifal III was finally able to sail after Chief Engineer Colin MacRae fixed the engine for the second time this season. “I don’t think I’ve ever had this much engine trouble with guests on board in my career,” Captain Glenn Shephard commented. “Hopefully it’s the last [time], knock on wood.” And he did that thing we all do and knocked his knuckles on his head. Funny, Glenn. As Glenn was looking for a safe place to anchor for the night, stews Lucy Edmunds and Madison “Mads” Herrera worried about what talents they...

The mean streets of Manchester are the scene for a blood thirsty gang war. But with battle lines drawn, three heroes find themselves falling in love at the worst possible time. The war for supremacy has begun.  BOOK 3 - NEW RELEASE Book Title: Don’t Look Back In Anger Author: Kristian Parker Release Date: May 30, 2023 Genre: Contemporary M/M Romance Trope: Second chance love Themes: Gangster, action Length: 50 123 words Heat Rating: 4 flames     It is not a standalone book, but does not end on a cliffhanger. Goodreads  Buy Links - Available in Kindle Unlimited Publisher  |  Amazon US  |  Amazon UK  Revenge...

Tool in Action One fun aspect of working in a trade is all the different jobsites you get to work at – except when a jobsite is freezing! Unfortunately, many jobsites can be cold due to things like exposed and open walls, no running heat, and cold weather. This is when you need a good Jobsite Heater. SunFire, a Wisconsin-based, USA producer of industrial radiant heaters and accessories, released the SF120 Radiant Portable Diesel Heater. A few claims from SunFire are that this heater is odorless, windless, low noise, can heat up to 2,800 sq. ft., and is the most...

If you’re like me, your garage is the primary way you come in and out of your home. As a result, we always have keys, wallets, hats, and sunglasses on shelves spread throughout our kitchen.  Even worse, since the closest closet is near the front door, we also have shoes stashed all over our downstairs.  If this sounds familiar, the answer may be to create a garage mudroom with a designated place for all your stuff.  In this article, I’ve gathered several practical, creative ideas to help you get your entryway organized.  But first, let’s talk about how important it...