John Myers
Featured Music Contributor
Living in Patchogue, NY
Living in Patchogue, NY
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On AC since: 06.29.07
Bio:
Hi, I'm John and welcome to my profile page. You'll see from my writing that I have a variety of interests that I like to share. So please click and enjoy. Comments are greatly appreciated.
Hi, I'm John and welcome to my profile page. You'll see from my writing that I have a variety of interests that I like to share. So please click and enjoy. Comments are greatly appreciated.
Education/Experience:
Master's Degree, SUNY @Stony Brook
Master's Degree, SUNY @Stony Brook
Motto:
Just Do It!
Just Do It!
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Some recent articles of mine on the topic of gay marriage have motivated fellow writer Becky Whittemore to offer up her views on the topic. I counter here with a thoughts on what makes a family.
By John Myers | Published 2/7/2010
On Tuesday, February 8th, Sade, the queen of modern jazz, is releasing her first studio album in ten years, the highly anticipated Soldier of Love.
By John Myers | Published 2/7/2010
Sometimes, life can be wonderful! The Martinez family, a family of four children struggling together to survive, comes through a crisis thanks to the overwhelming support of a community.
By John Myers | Published 2/6/2010
One of Bill Clinton's first pledges as a candidate for President back in 1991 was to allow gays to serve openly in the military. Unfortunately, he was met with strong opposition to this policy and ending up with a compromise, an ugly compromise.
By John Myers | Published 2/3/2010
Girl Groups have been a staple of the music industry for a many years. From the Vandellas and the Supremes in the sixties to Destiny's Child and En Vogue in the nineties, the girl group has proven to be a mainstay in pop music and culture.
By John Myers | Published 2/2/2010
The Museum of Modern Art is one of the leading museums of modern and contemporary art in the world. With thousands of works in its expansive galleries and fascinating special exhibitions, MoMA is one art museum not to be missed.
By John Myers | Published 1/30/2010
Whenever I go shopping for clothes I find myself competing with women for access to the fixtures of clothes in the men's department. I thought that maybe by sharing this I could gain some insight into the matter from my knowledgeable readers.
By John Myers | Published 1/30/2010
During both of my trips to Italy, I was presented with unexpected and unusual bathing arrangements that I had not read in any of the guide books I'd purchased beforehand.
By John Myers | Published 1/28/2010
Herein is another excerpt from a travellogue of a trip to Italy. In this installment, we head to Capri for some delicious food and a little fright!
By John Myers | Published 1/28/2010
Sometimes it's so easy to get lost in the shuffle. Writing online is always a typical case of "what have you done for me lately?" Here's the product of a little frustration, simply tired frustration and appreciation, all mixed up in this long haiku!
By John Myers | Published 1/26/2010
Relatively unknown until recently, the obscure and talented Lady GaGa has been making all sorts of waves on the music scene over the past year and a half. Her "Fame Monster" CD is chock full of great music with lots of potential.
By John Myers | Published 1/24/2010
Now is a great time to take the events in Haiti as call to action. Our future could be so much brighter if everyone took some time not only to donate to charity, but to volunteer as well.
By John Myers | Published 1/23/2010
The latest decision to override more than 20 years of campaign finance reform is the latest blow to the age old American ideal of a government "of the people, for the people and by the people."
By John Myers | Published 1/23/2010
Popchips is the ultimate snack for the health conscious potato chip lover. The Popchips bag claims that their product is "one crispy delicious chip", and I couldn't agree more.
By John Myers | Published 1/18/2010
Married couples receive over 1,000 rights, privileges and benefits that unmarried partners have no access to. Take a look and see how these federally authorized privileges need to be made available to all Americans.
By John Myers | Published 1/18/2010
Valentine's Day is coming, and there's nothing better than a loving soundtrack to accompany sweethearts on a tender night of romance. Here's a list of great love songs to be enjoyed on this special night celebrating love.
By John Myers | Published 1/16/2010
Though they appreciated their new surroundings, each of the Haitian students was fiercely proud of their country. This surprised me a little, for I knew of the turmoil, violence and poverty that permeate this tiny island nation in the Caribbean Sea.
By John Myers | Published 1/16/2010
It was the end of the season at Wellingtons and Johnny's work was finished for the season. With the shop closing for the winter months, Kona finds herself a winter gig out west.
By John Myers | Published 1/14/2010
On June 2, 1958, Mildred Jeter and Richard Loving, both of Central Point, Virginia, married in Washington DC. They had to wed there because they were forbidden to marry in Virginia, where they lived. Mildred, was "colored", and Richard, 24, was white.
By John Myers | Published 1/10/2010
A recent interaction with fellow writer Nancy Canfield lead me to this one. Hype really stinks...it makes us worry about things that aren't necessarily important and causes us to forget some of the things that are.
By John Myers | Published 1/10/2010
With a new decade dawning, and more than forty years since the Stonewall riots, I am still flabbergasted at all of the hate and vitriol that lies beneath the surface of the gay marriage debate.
By John Myers | Published 1/9/2010
An outcropping of hip hop's mainstream success was the dance/rap movement of the nineties. During this time, a great number of these songs hit the top of the charts and dance floors around the world with abandon.
By John Myers | Published 1/6/2010
Creating customized playlists takes a little more work than creating Smart Playlists, but the end result is more specified to how you'd like to listen to your music.
By John Myers | Published 1/2/2010
Creating "Smart Playlists" is super easy and is a great way to start organizing your favorite music on your iPod. This guide will take you through creating "Smart Playlists" of your favorite music, by artist, album, genre, and a whole lot more!
By John Myers | Published 12/29/2009
"Mr. Myers...I just got out of the doctor's office." He sounded nervous. "He said to me, 'ah, you're the one with all the friends.'" He chuckled. "He's doing the surgery next Tuesday."
By John Myers | Published 12/27/2009
Any abdominal workout should include exercises that focus on the various parts that make up the core of the body. The ab exercises presented here are guaranteed to get you in your best shape for putting on that bathing suit once beach season returns.
By John Myers | Published 12/26/2009
There are probably many of you who've gotten your first iPod this Christmas and you're probably wondering, "now what do I do?" Here are some simple step by step instructions for loading your iPod device with your favorite music.
By John Myers | Published 12/26/2009
The Myers family Christmas is not the most traditional celebrations of the holiday you see in most families...
By John Myers | Published 12/25/2009
Mary J. Blige's newest is a great album full of crowd pleasing, feel good rhythmm and blues.
By John Myers | Published 12/24/2009
Now that the first significant snowfall of the season has come and gone, it's a good time to review some of the many safety issues that arise with the removal of snow from driveways and walkways.
By John Myers | Published 12/21/2009
I took these pictures of the sky while I was outside in the snow today.
By John Myers | Published 12/20/2009
Here are some pictures I took this morning in the aftermath of the blizzard that hit us pretty hard. Patchogue, my town, got 23 inches of snow!
By John Myers | Published 12/20/2009
Here's a playlist of great party songs that will make your guests ring in the New Year with a blast. These tunes mix in a little bit of the old and some of the new and are all party-tested for maximum party fun. They are listed in no particular order.
By John Myers | Published 12/16/2009
In one fell swoop of the pen, Suffolk County Judge Jeffrey Spinner erased a nearly $300,000 debt owed to the mortgage giant by Gregory and Diana Horoski of East Patchogue. Score one for the consumer!
By John Myers | Published 12/14/2009
Some songs were written to ease people into making love, sharing some nookie, getting it on, doing the nasty, or whatever you'd like to call it. Herein is my top ten list of songs that make a perfect backdrop for some tender lovemaking or wild times.
By John Myers | Published 12/13/2009
Though the "Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights" law was the first in a long time to take steps to protect consumers from predatory lending practices, it also gave greedy banks a head start to gouge consumers before its enactment.
By John Myers | Published 12/12/2009
Purely Pizazz is a company that sells magnificently colored, glass pendants that make great gifts.
By John Myers | Published 12/11/2009
With the recovery of my laptop and my return to writing on AC, I can think of nothing more worthy to write about first than my friend, Betty Malone.
By John Myers | Published 12/9/2009
On Monday I shared the Martinez' story with the people in my school district. The response has been overwhelming!
By John Myers | Published 11/26/2009
The Martinez children are unlike any other people I've known. In just six short years, each of the four children has left an indelible impression on the many people whose paths they've crossed.
By John Myers | Published 11/25/2009
The Martinez children immigrated to this country because their parents made them. But once they came, a pair of very selfish parents leave their children to their own devices, and their real struggle begins.
By John Myers | Published 11/23/2009
Manuel, Bryan, Estuardo and Esmerelda are siblings from Central America. They've been left to fend for themselves by selfish parents, yet they struggle to find their slice of the American Dream.
By John Myers | Published 11/22/2009
The things in my life for which I have a lot to be grateful.
By John Myers | Published 11/21/2009
Oliver the turkey dances his way out of being Thanksgiving dinner.
By John Myers | Published 11/20/2009
Recently I was rejected for upfront payment on an piece, the reason being that they didn't think it was searchable enough to warrant payment. Lo and behold within two days I've received more PV's than ever in such a short period of time.
By John Myers | Published 11/20/2009
On Sunday, a local food kitchen suffered a devastating loss in an intentionally set fire. In the wake of the tragedy, the soup kitchen finds itself in unfamiliar territory.
By John Myers | Published 11/18/2009
Here's a list of top ten songs that are so sad they sometimes make you want to jump off a bridge when you have a listen. As they say, misery loves company and when you're feeling a little down in the dumps, take a listen to some of these.
By John Myers | Published 11/18/2009
The Texas Giant roller coaster gave its last ride Sunday as it closes for a $10 million makeover.
By John Myers | Published 11/14/2009
Johnny and Kona head back to the party to finish the day, but not before one more explosive encounter with Bill.
By John Myers | Published 11/10/2009
Here's a fun little Thanksgiving tale I had written when I taught ESL in elementary school several years ago. It's adapted from the "Chicken Dance" and the moves to the dance are part of the story.
By John Myers | Published 11/10/2009
Being a mobile disc jockey is a lucrative part time job that can be a lot of fun, as well. With these helpfull tips, you're assured to garner success doing what you love to do.
By John Myers | Published 11/9/2009
I'm just curious as to all the fuss lately. It seems as if a lot of people have developed amnesia.
By John Myers | Published 11/8/2009
It's been one year since the brutal hate crime Macelo Lucero at the hands of 7 teens in Patchogue, Long Island. Yesterday, one of the defendants pleaded guilty to the crime as Lucero's family return to the place of their cherished brother's murder.
By John Myers | Published 11/7/2009
Johnny and Kona settle in for an inviting respite from their cold, tiring day.
By John Myers | Published 11/5/2009
The Yankees win their 27th World Series title with a 7-3 victory over the reigning World Champion Philadelphia Phillies.
By John Myers | Published 11/4/2009
Our adventure on the Amalfi Coast continues as Joe and I try to make ferry reservations down the terrifying drive in Positano, on a stormy day.
By John Myers | Published 11/1/2009
Beginning today and running through November 8, Long Island eateries will be participating in its Fourth Annual Restaurant Week, giving diners an affordable way to sample some of the island's best restaurants.
By John Myers | Published 11/1/2009
Johnny and Kona try to kill six hours by going to an exhibit and finding something to eat.
By John Myers | Published 11/1/2009
While we're handing out treats to our little Frankenstein's, goblins, witches, and hobos, the candy companies are playing the tricks on us.
By John Myers | Published 10/31/2009
Having just written a review of the Parker Company, I thought it might be a good time to add another excerpt of my travelogue, one in which Joe and I had our first experience with a Parker villa.
By John Myers | Published 10/29/2009
Here's the last group of entries from my journal at fifteen, with an afterward.
By John Myers | Published 10/28/2009
Long Island Newsday ran a story today asking fans of the New York Mets who they'd be rooting for. The Phillies are hated division rivals of the National League East Mets and the Yankees are the insufferable envy of Mets fans everywhere.
By John Myers | Published 10/27/2009
Here's part two of a three part series of journal entries I composed when I was fifteen years of age.
By John Myers | Published 10/27/2009
Parker Villas provides travelers to Italy with memorable experiences that you could ever imagine, as well a saving you a few bucks!
By John Myers | Published 10/27/2009
Johnny and Kona run into frustration and trouble as they find themselves within Bill's wrath.
By John Myers | Published 10/25/2009
The year was 1979. I had just turned 15 years of age about a month earlier. My Uncle Tony had just passed away and it was the beginning of a long, dark period of my adolescent life.
By John Myers | Published 10/23/2009
Johnny and Kona form a friendship as they set up one of Bill's parties while Stewart is away.
By John Myers | Published 10/22/2009
Currently at the top of her game, rock star Pink is releasing a new DVD/CD set of her criticallyy acclaimed "Funhouse Tour". This one's a must for all fans of the singer.
By John Myers | Published 10/21/2009
This macaroni and cheese recipe is versatile and easy, and tastes a whole lot better than the boxed kind in the supermarket.
By John Myers | Published 10/18/2009
Johnny gained a whole new experience working in the world of the rich and famous in their winter retreat: Manhattan!
By John Myers | Published 10/18/2009
More pics from the KISS concert at Nassau Coliseum, October 9, 2009.
By John Myers | Published 10/12/2009
Here are some pics I took at Friday night's KISS concert at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY.
By John Myers | Published 10/12/2009
A KISS concert is like nothing you've ever seen before. A spectacle of firebreathing, fireworks, some hard rocking music, and of course the theatrics of it all make a KISS concert very entertaining.
By John Myers | Published 10/12/2009
Pop star Pink played her first ever headline engagement at New York's famed Madison Square Garden Monday night and rocked the house.
By John Myers | Published 10/8/2009
Here's a list of my top ten all time favorite songs to sing along to. I'm sure at least some of these are on your favorites, too! Please share some of yours if you don't see them listed.
By John Myers | Published 10/4/2009
I'm still working on the latest in the Johhny Driver series, so in the meantime here are some cool shots Johnny took at Wellington's Flower Shop.
By John Myers | Published 10/4/2009
This is an excerpt from my travellogue of a day spent wandering some of the many historic and fascinating sites the ancient city has to offer.
By John Myers | Published 10/2/2009
The final week of the season I had a chance to go to the new Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to watch the Yanks in action vs. the Kansas City Royals.
By John Myers | Published 10/1/2009
Italian meals are quite different from American ones. They are eaten in courses, much in the way Italian-Americans eat on holidays. There's antipasti, primi, segundi and dolci. No wonder Italy's never been a superpower. They're all too full!
By John Myers | Published 9/28/2009
The following is an entry from my journal shortly after Joe and I arrived in Florence. It's a short piece about the exhausting attributes of travel, especially to a foreign country.
By John Myers | Published 9/26/2009
Madonna's first album is a collection of infectious dance tunes that first put the singer on everyone's radar.
By John Myers | Published 9/24/2009
The Westboro Baptist Church is one of the most notorious hate groups in America, using text from the Bible to justify their hatred.
By John Myers | Published 9/23/2009
In my last piece on visiting the Italian city of Pisa, I passively mentioned that I couldn't drive a car with a standard transmission. I was embarrassed that I couldn't drive one, and I want to set the record straight here.
By John Myers | Published 9/22/2009
Having a free afternoon in Florence, Joe and I decided to take a ride to nearby Pisa, home of the famous Leaning Tower.
By John Myers | Published 9/20/2009
Kingda Ka is a monster of a roller coaster! Opening in spring of 2005, Kingda Ka broke records for both height, at 456 feet and speed, at a maximum 128 miles per hour. Though I've ridden them all, this is the one ride that still makes me nervous.
By John Myers | Published 9/19/2009
Tension and mayhem filled the day as Stewart and the crew set up a Hampton's wedding.
By John Myers | Published 9/15/2009
Johnny had never worked an event before, but he soon learned that they were a whole other animal from delivering flowers. The first event Johnny worked was a wedding at a local vineyard, Collins Estates, and it was a big one!
By John Myers | Published 9/14/2009
Here's another excerpt from my journal of my first trip to Italy. Unlike the first piece, this one has nothing to do with scenery...
By John Myers | Published 9/13/2009
My most frightening movie of all time does not feature any of the mythological creatures found in many a spooky flick. The scariest monster I've ever seen in a movie ever was a shark.
By John Myers | Published 9/12/2009
To this day, when I approach the entrance to the Queens Midtown Tunnel and have the entire skyline before my eyes, I still feel the void that hovers over the southern tip of Manhattan.
By John Myers | Published 9/11/2009
Shazam and Around Me are useful apps for any iPhone user.
By John Myers | Published 9/10/2009
These days there are great resources on the web that offer all sorts of information on visiting New York City. From the best deals on hotels, the inside scoop on restaurants, discounts and reviews...these websites are worth looking into.
By John Myers | Published 9/9/2009
I just received one of my favorite kinds of emails. If you're a writer, you get these too! You know, the ones from Associated Content that say "Someone has commented on ..."
By John Myers | Published 9/8/2009
He'd had a feeling when he started at Wellington's that he'd get to deliver flowers to some famous people, and Madonna was definitely high on his wish list of celebrities.
By John Myers | Published 9/7/2009
There's something about the anonymity of being online that brings out the inner strangeness in people. Here's a recent exchange I'd had with one such person:
By John Myers | Published 9/6/2009
I recently posted a slideshow, "The Tuscan Countryside", and included in it were photos of a beautiful little hilltop town in Tuscany called San Gimignano. Here's a recollection of the day I visited the city for the first time:
By John Myers | Published 9/6/2009
With a combination of Mary's streetwise persona, identifiable lyrics, masterfully blended hip hop beats, and a powerful set of pipes, What's the 411? is a classic of its genre and for all of music.
By John Myers | Published 9/5/2009
I recently wrote a piece on my funniest Halloween memory, one that I thought was pretty good. Unfortunately, as does happen in this wonderful yet crazy cyber-world we call Associated Content, something went awry.
By John Myers | Published 9/2/2009
Dick Cheney lashes out at Obama Administration...again; crackdown on aggressive drivers; failed rescue effort
By John Myers | Published 9/1/2009
A boy toy moves in and marks the end of the road for Kona.
By John Myers | Published 9/1/2009
Kona takes Johnny along as she schemes her way out of a flower emergency at the shop.
By John Myers | Published 9/1/2009
Kona and Johnny become friends, while a weekly installation turns sour.
By John Myers | Published 8/31/2009
Aunt Vi leaves Capri for Naples and then it's back home at last!
By John Myers | Published 8/30/2009
I'd like to preface this story by saying that I am not only a man, but I'm also a chicken. I'm afraid of lots of things: spiders, snakes, lightning and thunder, dogs (some of them), and especially things that go bump in the night.
By John Myers | Published 8/29/2009
Aunt Vi enters her second week in Italy by visiting the region of Italy where both of her parents were born.
By John Myers | Published 8/28/2009
In a city full of so many people, there are bound to be some you'd want to avoid. Here are some tips to avoid becoming victimized by city scofflaws and such.
By John Myers | Published 8/27/2009
I Love NY Theater.com is celebrating "Back2Broadway" month this September with free shows, free gifts, and awesome deals on dining and theater.
By John Myers | Published 8/27/2009
Aunt Vi's trip continues with the wedding of Michael and Reeve in Florence, Italy.
By John Myers | Published 8/27/2009
This is the second in a series chronicling Aunt Vi's trip to Italy, a trip that inspired me and a journal that reveals the true character of a simple, yet elegant lady.
By John Myers | Published 8/26/2009
Johnny Driver learns some more lessons as he does some weekly installations.
By John Myers | Published 8/25/2009
I have been invited to attend the wedding of Reeve and Michael. Michael's mother Helen is Tony's niece. The wedding date is October 7, 1995 at St. James Church in Florence, Italy.
By John Myers | Published 8/25/2009
Here are some final thoughts on my discussion about homosexuality with Becky Whittemore, as we take a respite in preparation for upcoming topics concerning gay issues.
By John Myers | Published 8/23/2009
With more than 45 million visitors per year, the center of the world is a myriad of endless experiences. For anyone planning on visiting New York, there are several important basics of navigating the metropolis.
By John Myers | Published 8/22/2009
New coasters for Kings Dominion and Kennywood; Big Bad Wolf takes its last run; Dragon Coaster gets landmark status.
By John Myers | Published 8/21/2009
The third and final question that Becky asked in her arguments that homosexuality is not normal has to do with gender roles in gay relationships...
By John Myers | Published 8/18/2009
With time, Johnny and Kona's relationship would begin to warm up, but not before a mishap or two.
By John Myers | Published 8/18/2009
Johnny make some observations about the difficulties of navigating through the strange world of self-absorption.
By John Myers | Published 8/18/2009
I was dusting and cleaning my dining room last night when I came across a statue I had almost forgotten about. It was a gift given to me by my very first student, Maxim, and it reminded me of just how special a teacher's life can be.
By John Myers | Published 8/16/2009
The second of Becky's three questions about the "normality" of homosexuality has to do with the question of sexual activity.
By John Myers | Published 8/15/2009
I address the first of Becky's arguments here, which is a religious-based one that ascribes to man's purpose on Earth is procreation, and as such homosexuals are unnatural according to God's plan.
By John Myers | Published 8/13/2009
Thirty four year old Suffolk County police officer Robert Bowen was killed in an horrific automobile accident last June. Previous reports of alcohol not being a factor proved false...
By John Myers | Published 8/12/2009
In her recent interview with me, Becky mentioned some questions I'd be answering later on in a separate piece. They all have to do with the commonly held notion that homosexuality is somehow 'abnormal.'
By John Myers | Published 8/12/2009
These photos were taken on a dinner-dancing cruise in New York Harbor. The sky was beautiful that evening.
By John Myers | Published 8/12/2009
It was flower market day at the shop, and John was just a little nervous about his first day at Wellington's.
By John Myers | Published 8/11/2009
Little did John know he'd end up with a job that'd last three years and counting, a job that would offer him countless mishaps and unforgettable experiences with the rich and famous, a job that would give him a new moniker: Johnny Driver.
By John Myers | Published 8/10/2009
Herein is my latest response to Becky Whittemore in our ongoing discussion about homosexuality from opposing viewpoints. In this installment, I make some final thoughts and conclusions to our discussion of nature vs. nurture.
By John Myers | Published 8/8/2009
Blood report tests released on Tuesday that Diane Schuler, the driver of the minivan that crashed head on into an SUV in upstate New York, was both drunk and high at the time of the accident that killed seven people.
By John Myers | Published 8/6/2009
Experience is the fabric of our life, and without it, we have no right to judge anything without having experienced it first!
By John Myers | Published 8/5/2009
As we move along in our discussion, I answer new questions Becky has posed for me on issues I brought up about my childhood.
By John Myers | Published 8/4/2009
The last two pieces in this series have generted a lot of comments, good and bad, and warrant a reminder that respect is the key to this discourse. I'd like to quell the primal tendencies of disrespect before it gets too heated.
By John Myers | Published 8/4/2009
Bank employees continue to reap bonuses; an innovative way to fight terror on the roads; anti-gay violence in Israel; health care monies swing towards majority Dems in midst of healthcare debate; excessive fines for illegal music downloads
By John Myers | Published 8/3/2009
Yesterday was Aunt Vi's funeral, following a one day's viewing at the funeral home. I felt that Aunt Vi's death was not a cause for mourning, but an opportunity to celebrate her extraordinarily long and fruitful life and that's exactly what happened!
By John Myers | Published 8/2/2009
This piece is the conclusion of my response to Becky's questions regarding my belief systems. In reading this, hopefully you will gain a better perspective of how I came to be the person that I am.
By John Myers | Published 8/2/2009
My response to Becky's questions regarding my spirituality.
By John Myers | Published 8/1/2009
Tragedy on the Taconic; emotional DWI sentencing; three times and your out
By John Myers | Published 7/31/2009
This fall promises to be a good season for new music. With a slew of new releases set to hit stores by established acts and hot newcomers, the airwaves will be inundated with new tunes from a wide range of musical genres.
By John Myers | Published 7/29/2009
This piece written by a Russian student in my ESL class. It speaks to one of the problems facing our current population of Hispanic immigrants: the tendency on our part to take away Hispanics' incentive to learn English.
By John Myers | Published 7/29/2009
In this final excerpt of the history of my life as a gay man, I delve into the three major relationships that I've had in my life to this point.
By John Myers | Published 7/28/2009
This morning Aunt Vi finally passed. She's getting her long awaited reunion today with those who meant so much to her, and for that I'm thankful.
By John Myers | Published 7/27/2009
In this third installment of my dialogue with Becky Whittmore, an AC writer with differing views on homosexuality than myself, I continue with the story of my outing.
By John Myers | Published 7/26/2009
The 1990's in music was not as revolutionary as the previous decade. The musical genres which came to the fore during the decade were not pioneering, yet produced many memorable songs in a wide variety of musical styles.
By John Myers | Published 7/24/2009
The waterfront town of Patchogue is celebrating its resurgence with a series of evenings dedicated to providing a fun atmosphere for the entire family.
By John Myers | Published 7/23/2009
Here are some photos of the countryside in the Tuscany region of Italy. They include some pictures taken in San Gimignano, a small hilltop town known for its Medeival towers.
By John Myers | Published 7/23/2009
Here are some of the best concerts I've ever seen. They represent a variety of shows I've attended that I've especially enjoyed and are listed in no particular order.
By John Myers | Published 7/22/2009
Delving into the experiences of my life will give a sense of who I am as a person, and not the preconceived notions we all get when we see someone's picture or read one of their comments.
By John Myers | Published 7/21/2009
Here are some more "pass it around" hints I've collected from emails and friends that I've found quite useful.
By John Myers | Published 7/21/2009
This article is a research-based piece that examines the topic of shared decision-making in schools today.
By John Myers | Published 7/21/2009
At the moment Aunt Vi is in a nursing home waiting and hoping for death to come soon. It's very sad, really, and though I don't want her to go, I can't help but want for her tormented state to end.
By John Myers | Published 7/20/2009
Captured US soldier appears on propoganda videotape; update on DWI case; more terror on the roads
By John Myers | Published 7/20/2009
This piece is an introduction to what I hope will be a long and fruitful dialogue between myself and another writer on AC, Becky Whittemore, about our differing views of homosexuality.
By John Myers | Published 7/19/2009
More driving madness; a sad anniversary; Paul McCartney returns to US roots; Hunger in America
By John Myers | Published 7/17/2009
The 1980's saw a plethora of one hit wonders, contributing many memorable tunes to the songbook of the times.
By John Myers | Published 7/17/2009
"Essential Collection, Volume I: Chilled and Stirred" is a great CD for anyone who enjoys harmonious sounds and likes to entertain. It's a collection of past pop and alternative hit songs reworked into a "chill" mode by various artists of the genre.
By John Myers | Published 7/16/2009
The 1980's was a significant decade in music. With the introduction of the music video, the popularity of New Wave, Rap, Rock and freestyle, and the birth of a new generation of standard hit makers, the decade was one for the ages.
By John Myers | Published 7/15/2009
This is a fond look back at Michael Jackson's greatest contribution, his music. From his days in the Jackson Five to Off the Wall, Thriller, and Dangerous, Michael's musical catalog is one for the ages.
By John Myers | Published 7/14/2009
NY State Senate Stalemate ends; Tagged sued; Urban Mobility Report findings; grave robbers in the 21st century
By John Myers | Published 7/13/2009
These "Pass it Around" hints are useful tidbits of information we might all like to have.
By John Myers | Published 7/12/2009
Here's a unique salad that's sure to become a regular staple in your lineup of salad dishes. It's filled with a unique, flavorful combination of garden ingredients readily available in your garden or supermarket.
By John Myers | Published 7/12/2009
These are some newer pictures of my two kitties, Dylan and Diego. They're a little over a year old and as cute as ever!
By John Myers | Published 7/10/2009
It's been a busy week personally over here, but I've still managed to keep up with the news. Here are two updates on continuing stories I've got my eye on. Thanks for reading!
By John Myers | Published 7/9/2009
Here's a piece by one of my favorite student authors. We published it in our 2007 ESL magazine, "These Words." It speaks to a painful experience undergone far too many times. Luckily, this one had a happy ending.
By John Myers | Published 7/9/2009
Not many people have heard of this place. It's on the northwestern coast of the country, near Genoa. It's picteresque beauty is not truly captured by these photos...you have to see it for yourself! stay tuned for some travel pieces...
By John Myers | Published 7/8/2009
Through the personal memories of his friends and family and the words of the man himself, Michael has shown the world that he was more than a just a singer. He was a son, a brother, a father, and a humanitarian.
By John Myers | Published 7/7/2009
These are some photos I took in Venice on my last visit to Italy. Venice is a beautiful place and if you plan on making a visit to Italy, this would be a great stop on your vacation!
By John Myers | Published 7/7/2009
Straight off the heels of their 2005 smash, "Monkey Business", and the intermittent solo successes of Fergie and will.i.am, "The E.N.D." is the Peas' best set yet and sure to garner plenty of radio-friendly hits.
By John Myers | Published 7/5/2009
US soldier captured in Afghanistan; Rising bank fees; Cool stuff and more!
By John Myers | Published 7/4/2009
While looking through my saved emails recently, I found several containing interesting information about my favorite fruit, the banana. I've compiled some of the information from them to present it here.
By John Myers | Published 7/3/2009
War on legal drugs; National Obesity Rankings; here we go again; boat rescue; good lynx
By John Myers | Published 7/2/2009
Here are some more odds and ends from my garden that I think add some flavor to it...
By John Myers | Published 7/1/2009
More pictures from my garden. As we move from spring to summer, new types of flowers emerge as others fade.
By John Myers | Published 7/1/2009
Some of Jorge's questions during the baseball season had been so funny I suggested that he write about his experiences for our magazine. To date, Jorge's article is still one of my favorites. Enjoy "Learning Baseball":
By John Myers | Published 7/1/2009
A short time ago, I received a comment on a peice I had written on my students. The comment sparked an immediate response from me, and I thought I'd share it here, for argument's sake...
By John Myers | Published 6/27/2009
Every year, when I begin the ESL magazine with my class, I read this to my students for inspiration. To me, it's a beautiful poem that reveals much of the heartbreak within the souls of these students who had no choice in coming to the United States.
By John Myers | Published 6/27/2009
Our ESL magazine has worked wonders in my school district. My students, through their own words, have taught teachers and administrators throughout the school district that their experiences in life are not so different from theirs.
By John Myers | Published 6/27/2009
Rather than reporting on the already fast spreading news of the losses of Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson, I'd like to take a moment to pay homage to these stars that each brightened our landscape in their own unique way.
By John Myers | Published 6/25/2009
News and commentry on some of the latest news stories.
By John Myers | Published 6/25/2009
Drunken and reckless driving cause far too many deaths every year. It's a nagging problem that deserves far more attention than it gets.
By John Myers | Published 6/24/2009
John Barnes a fake; gay bashing; "Big Mac Tax" gains legs; Iran
By John Myers | Published 6/21/2009
A dear friend of mine lost her dad suddenly eleven years ago, and like me, her dad's loss affected her with mush of the same realizations as I've experienced. I'd like to share her tribute to him here as a final tribute to her dad and mine!
By John Myers | Published 6/21/2009
The flowers and plants in a garden can be beautiful. The beauty of a garden can be heightened with all sorts of garden ornaments, from statues to wall hangings, and all sorts of odd things.
By John Myers | Published 6/20/2009
Some updates on previous stories...
By John Myers | Published 6/18/2009
The Jones Beach Theater has added three new shows to their summer concert series featuring acts such as Lil Wayne, Stevie Wonder, and Alicia Keys.
By John Myers | Published 6/18/2009
Only two of many stories out there, but I think they're both worthy of discussion.
By John Myers | Published 6/17/2009
Hostas are beautiful, leafy perennials that come in many different sizes and colors and are an awesome presence in any garden. They're very hardy, preferring shady areas, but thriving as well in the sun.
By John Myers | Published 6/17/2009
Six Flags Great Adventure is a world class amusement park featuring record breaking and exhilarating thrill rides. It's a must visit park for roller coaster enthusiasts from all over the globe.
By John Myers | Published 6/15/2009
Father's Day is coming. It'll be the first Father's Day without dad, and it feels extra sad because next Saturday, June 20th, is his memorial. I'd like to share one last remembrance of dad that I can keep short.
By John Myers | Published 6/14/2009
The wonderful thing I love about gardening is that the flowers and plants change as the season meanders along. Here are some newer shots of my surroundings.
By John Myers | Published 6/13/2009
Piecing together her records and putting them down on paper has lead to a newfound desire of chronicling my family's history. I've learned so much already about the people and their experiences.
By John Myers | Published 6/12/2009
It's been a slow news week from my eyes. Sure, there was the horrible shooting of the security guard at Washington's Holocaust Museum, and new unfoldings in the Air France disaster.
By John Myers | Published 6/12/2009
For me there have been a number of newsworthy stories the past couple of days that I'd like to talk about, from my eyes. So without further adieu...
By John Myers | Published 6/9/2009
This is the second installment of my interpretation of a family history written by my very special Aunt Vi.
By John Myers | Published 6/8/2009
Aunt Vi wrote what she knew of her family. She'd often asked me if I could learn more about them and to maybe write about it. I just might do that, but for now I'm just going to share some of Aunt Vi's story, from her own perspective:
By John Myers | Published 6/7/2009
Here's my take on news items from the week, from my little corner of the world.
By John Myers | Published 6/6/2009
This is the third and final in a series of articles sharing thoughts and lessons learned from the experiences during my father's demise. This piece calls for the compassion that exists during times of tragedy to be more present in our daily lives.
By John Myers | Published 6/4/2009
This is the latest in my ongoing look at the news media and my take on news stories in the spotlight.
By John Myers | Published 5/31/2009
They say that kids say the darndest things. Here's a collection of some of the witty and amusing things kids say when a question is posed.
By John Myers | Published 5/29/2009
Gilad Janklowicz is the Jack LaLane of our time. You may not know who he is by name, but I'll bet you know of him. Thanks to this show, I've slowly, but steadily shred over fifty pounds, and at 44 I'm looking better than I ever did before!
By John Myers | Published 5/27/2009
Washington is the second state, after Oregon, to pass such a law allowing assisted suicides, and hopefully it's the beginning of a long-awaited trend.
By John Myers | Published 5/23/2009
As the spring season wears on, the bulbous flowers begin to fade and newer perennials begin to take their place. Here are another few snapshots of my garden as it progresses through the season.
By John Myers | Published 5/21/2009
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