I'm a huge fan of the Monkees. I used to watch them as a child and sing the songs along with my younger brother as we danced around the kitchen. His favorite was 'Stepping Stone.' Mine was 'Daydream Believer.'
The Monkees lead singer Davy Jones has died today, according to the medical examiner's office in Martin County, Fla. He was 66.
A spokesman at the medical office confirmed to CBSNews.com that it had received word of his death. "A possible autopsy may be performed after evaluation of the circumstances of the death and medical information," the spokesperson said.
Jones' rep confirmed to the Associated Press that he died Wednesday morning of a heart attack in Indiantown, Fla., where he lived. Jones' death was first reported by TMZ.
Born in Manchester, England, Jones rose to stardom as a teen idol on the NBC comedy series, "The Monkees," which ran from 1966 to 1968. The show, which followed a rock group modeled after the Beatles, also starred Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork. They were originally banned from playing their own instruments on the show. The Monkees scored several hits, including "Last Train to Clarksville" and "I'm a Believer."
After the show ended, the Monkees started to disband. Jones released a self-titled album in 1971. In the mid-1980s, Jones, Tork, Dolenz and promoter David Fishof got together for a reunion tour. In 1987, Jones, Tork and Dolenz released a new album called "Pool It." To mark the Monkees' 30th anniversary, the group, including Nesmith, put out a new studio album in 1996 titled "Justus."
Jones has been active on the music scene as of late, and was on tour as recently as this year.
Jones is survived by his wife, Jessica.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
THREE Jason PowerSmile All-Natural Whitening Toothpaste for FREE!
LOVE IT! Too bad I just had to buy a new tube YESTERDAY. Oh well, at least I will have 3 back-ups now! This is an all natural product, so the savings are tremendous!
Head over to Vitacost and get THREE Jason PowerSmile All-Natural Whitening Toothpaste for FREE!
Remember, get $10 in Vitacost credit for signing up! After signing up, you should get an email with your $10 off coupon code. Use this code to get $10 off ANY order.
Once you get your code, search for Jason PowerSmile All-Natural Whitening Toothpaste Bundle — 6 oz pack of 3 (Item #JAS 9991001). FREE Shipping is included on this item.
HURRY as this can go fast!
Friday, February 17, 2012
FREE Pretzel from Auntie Anne's
Head to Auntie Anne’s Pretzels on Saturday 3/3 between 10 am and 3 pm for a FREE pretzel. This is in honor of FREE Pretzel Day. More details on Auntie Anne’s Facebook Page.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Whole Foods Organic Chicken- $1.99/lb!!!
HOT DEAL!!!!
Head to Whole Foods Tomorrow, 2/17 and stock up on Organic Whole Chickens for just $1.99/lb.!
Limit 10 per customer; but limit may vary by store. I would advise getting there in the morning because they may just sell out!
FREE Panda Express Peppercorn Shrimp
Head to Panda Express on February 22nd (next Wednesday) to get a FREE Single serving of their Peppercorn Shrimp. No purchase necessary! Must have this coupon with you.
Monday, February 13, 2012
History of Valentine's Day
I have to admit that while I was looking, I wasn't overly impressed with the things that I came across. I stumbled upon this gem and had to share it. Where I don't generally see the holiday as a negative holiday, I feel that we can all appreciate this listing through the ages. You'll laugh. I did.
You think Valentine’s Day is romantic? Ha! Ha ha ha! How wrong you are. Take a look at Valentine’s Day through time, and see the slow progression of the holiday that ruined true and authentic romance.
AD. 269 Valentine of Rome was a Catholic bishop who attempted to convert the Roman Emperor, and was therefore stoned and beaten with clubs.
Not romantic, right? Well, that’s where American Greetings, the world’s largest greeting card company steps in. They took this unromantic story and embellished it, telling History.com that on the night before his execution, Valentine wrote a letter to his beloved, signing it “Your Valentine”, and this became the first ever Valentine. Historians say this has no historical basis whatsoever.
1382 In order to commemorate the marriage of the 15 year old King Richard the II, Chaucer wrote a romantic poem in which he mentioned “birds choosing their mates on St. Valentine’s Day”. Very sweet…until you realize that English birds are very unlikely to mate in mid-February in frigid cold England. So he was probably not referring to Feb.14th. Also, unromantic when you consider it is a poem about two 15 year olds who’d never met, being forced into marriage as counter-reaction to The Great Schism.1400 On February 14th, Paris establishes a “High Court Of Love”, which dealt with, among other things, violence against women. The bad news: the judges are chosen based on poetry readings. Romantic? Sure. Effective? No.
1601: Shakespeare writes Hamlet, in which the title character mentions Valentine’s Day to Ophelia, albeit in an overtly sexual, harassing way that eventually leads her character to suicide.1784: The first “Roses are Red, Violets are Blue” poem is published in Gammer Gurton’s Garland. The verse has been plaguing unimaginative, would-be poets ever since.
1797: In what can be considered the final, ignominious death of courtly love, The Young Man’s Valentine Writer is published, which basically gives men templates for poems which they can customize and use themselves.
Early 1800s: Printers have started to print mass-produced Valentine’s Day cards, which would often be sent anonymously. Some of these cards are sort of horrifying.1847: Esther Howland, of Worcester, Mass, creates the first mass-produced Valentine’s with paper doilies. Pre-school teachers have rued her ever since.
1849: Graham’s American Monthly wrote: that “Valentine’s Day is becoming..nay, it has become a national heyday.”
20th Century: Chocolates, gifts, flowers start being exchanged in addition to Valentine’s day cards.
1975: “Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown” first airs on CBS. Charlie Brown brings a suitcase, hoping to get lots of Valentines. He gets none.1980s: The diamond industry begins promoting Valentine’s Day as an occasion to exchange jewelry. You know, in addition to Christmas, Birthdays, Weddings and Anniversaries.
1998 Boy Meets World: Cory and Topanga break up on Valentine’s Day after Cory kisses another girl on a ski trip, thereby shattering the romantic illusions of an entire generation.2010 Valentine’s Day hits theaters. It’s just like Love, Actually, except terrible. Maybe the worst movie ever made. Valentine’s Day has officially jumped the shark.
And for all of you wondering what my Valentine's Day will look like... this. A warm non-fat decaf latte with a heart of froth. Perfect. Cozy. Warm. Wonderful.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
3 Free Bruegger's Bagels!
Like Bruegger’s on Facebook and you’ll be able to print a coupon for Three Free Bagels on February 9th only! They are celebrating 29 years and are giving you free bagels on that day just until 2pm.
Free Ben & Jerry's!
Mark your calendar and plan dessert treat at Ben & Jerry’s on Tuesday 2/14/11. Pick up a FREE sample of Stephen Colbert’s Americone Dream ice cream for you and your family. Find a location near you.
Free Pei Wei Thai Basil Chicken Entree with Purchase!
Thai Basil Chicken is a sweet and zesty pesto with lemongrass and lime stir-fried with red bell peppers, scallions and cashews. It also has lotus chips and fresh cilantro.
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