by B.L. Unkel | Feb 10, 2024 | History
Today’s technology provides a variety of ways to deliver news and entertainment immediately to people around the world. In the past, and especially over long distances, there was only one way to do that—radio. The History The invention of the radio wasn’t a...
by B.L. Unkel | Feb 3, 2024 | Writing
Popeye the Sailor debuted in the comic strip Thimble Theatre on January 17, 1929. Here’s a look behind the scenes at one of the most loved and iconic cartoon characters of all time. The Creator As a youngster, Chester, IL native, Elzie Crisler Segar showed a...
by B.L. Unkel | Jan 27, 2024 | Writing
Popeye the Sailor Man is one of the most loved and iconic cartoon characters ever. This month he turned ninety-five years old, and I thought it would be fun to write a Did You Know? about him. I never imagined there’d be so many interesting things to share, though....
by B.L. Unkel | Jan 20, 2024 | Everything Else
Winter brings the need to bundle up against the cold. Part of that process is donning a hat. Hat History Head coverings were invented for more than just protecting the wearer’s head. A hat can also indicate a person’s job, as well as their social status. They...
by B.L. Unkel | Jan 13, 2024 | Writing
Today, January 13, is National Make Your Dream Come True Day. Your Dream Everyone has a dream. However, not everyone pursues their dream. Some people just like to imagine one day doing it. And that’s okay if that’s all they want. Other people keep their dream...