Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl enjoys writing about current events, soap spoilers and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
Stories (2007)
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The Andy Griffith Show had nepotism on and off-screen
Close ties on and off-screen The Andy Griffith Show ran from 1960 to 1968 on CBS and has never been off the screen in sixty-five years. Some fans may not realize this, but thereas nepotism with family connections both on and off-screen for the characters and their portrayers.
By Cheryl E Prestonabout a month ago in Geeks
Was the first inverted cross Peter's way to honor of Christ?
Inverted crosses, what do they mean? There is a religious symbolism behind the gesture of inverted crosses, that may not be wideloy known. The first one mentioned in history was a crucifixion said to be in honor of Jesus Christ, who was crucified.
By Cheryl E Prestonabout a month ago in History
Did President William Henry Harrison have a Black son?
Did the 9th President lead a life of scandal? The truth that's not in history books about our nation is amazing so our views of the past can be off at times. DNA has proven that Thomas Jefferson, our third president, had children with his slave Sally Hemings. This may also be the case with William Henry Harrison the 9th president of the United States,
By Cheryl E Prestonabout a month ago in Geeks
The Andy Griffith Show Trivia: Frances Bavier appeared in the pilot episode as a different character than Aunt Bee
Aunt Bee's debut Frances Bavier is best known for her role as Aunt Bee (Beatrice) Taylor on The Andy Griffith Show. She debuted in the first episode The New Housekeeper and appeared in all eight seasons of the TV series from 1960 to 1968 and also on Mayberry RFD (1968-1970).
By Cheryl E Prestonabout a month ago in Geeks
Mourning 30 Days: What the Bible says about this tradition
Where did the 30-day practice come from? A local church announced that they were mourning their deceased pastor for 30 days. They posted about him on social media and celebrated him in services. At the end of the period, they announced a new pastor. Where did this practice come from, and what is the biblical purpose?
By Cheryl E Prestonabout a month ago in FYI
General Hospital fans have questions about storylines and missing characters
General Hospital viewers are wondering why four cast members appear AWL in Port Charles and why a fifth has not been memorialized. Let's take a look at what has fans asking questions even though no answers have come yet.
By Cheryl E Prestonabout a month ago in Geeks
Pineapple Salad Recipe: Quick and Easy
Grandma Enie's Pineapple Salad Grandma Enie was my husband's mother. Her name was Eloise Elizabeth Preston, and "Enie" was her nickname. She was a sweet woman, a wonderful mother-in-law, and an excellent cook. I learned a lot from her and considered her a friend.
By Cheryl E Prestonabout a month ago in Feast
