(NAPSM)—While many Americans may be surprised to learn just where some of the best-known and beloved calypso songs originated, for those in the know, the name Irving Burgie springs to mind. Burgie is the creator of such songs as “Day-O,” “Jamaica Farewell,” “Island in the Sun” and many more, and his talent and achievements have Read More …
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ART IN AMERICA Irving Burgie, The Father Of Modern Calypso
(NAPSI)—If you’re like most Americans, you may be surprised to learn just where some of the best-known and beloved calypso songs originated. Though such songs as “Day-O,” “Jamaica Farewell,” “Island in the Sun” and many more may sound like they sprang up from roving troubadours, they were all written by the same man, in many Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Family Movie Nights Spark Meaningful Family Dialogue
(NAPSI)—Disney’s “Queen of Katwe,” now available for home viewing, is the perfect film for family movie night and can spark important family conversations. In addition to providing a captivating, funny and heartwarming glimpse into the lives of children in current-day Africa, it also has the advantage of providing valuable life lessons that can help open Read More …
SAFETY TIPS Three Smart Suggestions For Your Self-Defense
(NAPSI)—According to the U.S. Department of Justice, about 20 out of every thousand Americans will be a victim of some kind of assault every year-but you can learn to protect yourself and your loved ones. Expert Advice “The best self-defense tip is to always be aware of your surroundings and potential threats so that you Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS For Kids’ Sake: Make Time To Play Every Day
(NAPSI)—If life for your family sometimes seems to be all work and no play, The Genius of Play wants to remind you why it is so important to make time to play every day—and how to achieve it! Did you know there is a direct correlation between play and stress reduction? Or that elementary students Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Friendships Come In All Dimensions—Sometimes In The Most Unlikely Sizes
(NAPSI)—What is so fascinating about unlikely friendships? Is it that opposites attract? Does it point to hidden mutual respect? Unlikely animal friendships have long held a particular fascination, documented with countless funny and adorable videos: a cat adopting baby ducks, a Labrador and an elephant, a baby lamb and a pig, a giraffe and an Read More …
CHRISTMAS TRADITION Sharing The Joy Of The Christmas Card
(NAPSI)—Knowing the story behind the Christmas card helps make sending and receiving them feel even more special. The Past The sending of Christmas cards began in Great Britain in 1843 when businessman Sir Henry Cole and commercial artist John Horsley designed and posted out seasonal greetings to business acquaintances. At the time, the cost of Read More …
TURKEY 101 WITH SARA MOULTON Top Tips On Cooking And Carving The Bird
(NAPSI)—When it’s turkey time at your house—whether for a holiday or just because that big bird tastes so good—there are a few tips from TVchef Sara Moulton and Chef’sChoice to always keep in mind and at hand. Moulton’s latest cookbook, “Sara Moulton’s Home Cooking 101,” offers this advice on how to prepare and roast your Read More …
CARING FOR A LOVED ONE Coping With Caregiving Roles—Tips From Leeza Gibbons
(NAPSI)—There are more than 34 million informal caregivers today, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Caring for loved ones can be one of the most important things you do but often caregivers face incredible pressures as they help ensure their loved one is safe and aging well at home, while simultaneously Read More …
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN How Families Can Connect In The Kitchen By Cooking Meals Together By Kelly Rowland, four-time GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, actress and mom
(NAPSI)—Sharing stories over plates of fried chicken, laughing over bowls of gumbo—there are certain meals that evoke sweet memories for me. Cooking and food have always been attached to memory and that’s why I realize how important it is to invite my son into the kitchen. Even though Titan is still a toddler, he loves Read More …