Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She enjoys writing about current events, history and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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Green Acres: Alvy Moore as Hank Kimbal
Green Acres: Hank Kimbal was a gem Jack Alvin "Alvy" Moore was born on December 5, 1921, and was an American actor who was most recognizable for his role as Hank Kimbal on Green Acres. The television series ran from 1965-1971 on CBS and was always at the top of the Neilson ratings. The show was canceled during the "Rural Purge" when similar programming like The Andy Griffith Show, The Beverly Hilbillies, Petticoat Junction, and Hee Haw were taken off the air.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Days of Our Lives: Hell hath no fury like Ava scorned
Days of Our Lives: Ava becomes unhinged Thursday on Days of Our Lives Chloe Lane (Nadia Bjorlin) and Brady Black (Eric Martsolf) had what they thought to be a private conversation in the Basic Black boardroom. Ava Vitali (Tamara Braun) was lurking nearby and heard every word. The mob princess is now aware that Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gerig) and Nicole Walker (Ariane Zucker) slept together on the boardroom table. Ava had just told Rafe to invite Nicole to spend New Year's Eve with them but now she has other plans on her mind.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
The Bold and the Beautiful needs to deliver where Thomas is concerned
The Bold and the Beautiful: Thomas may soon fall in love The Bold and the Beautiful has been teasing viewers for months that a new love interest would soon appear on the horizon for Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson). Fans are hoping this will come to pass and are saying the character deserves much better than what has come his way in recent years. When Pierce Forde had the role from 2015-2018 Thomas was self-assured, fell in love with Sally Spectra, and boldly defied his family in order to help her. Atkinson took over in 2019 as the heir to Forrester Creations and the writers turned Thomas into a shell of his former self.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Michael Corinthos is headed for a fall on General Hospital
General Hospital: Fans are not enjoying the new Michael General Hospital fans are overwhelmingly expressing that they are not enjoying this new version of Michael Corinthos (Chad Duell). Viewers are saying the character has become self-righteous, condescending, and downright annoying. He is attempting to throw his weight around and although he is both Corinthos and Quartermaine Michael is falling short.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Allen Ludden: the man who remained in the heart of Betty White
Allen Ludden: The history behind the man Allen Ellsworth Ludden was born Allen Packard Ellsworth on October 5, 1917 in Mineral Point, Wisconsin, and died from stomach cancer on June 9, 1981. He married Betty White in 1963 and after his death, she remained a widow until she passed on December 31, 2021. Now that Betty is gone many of her fans are wondering about the man who so touched her life that she never remarried.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Christmas: The afterglow effect
Christmas afterglow I began taking note of something that happened each year beginning the day after Christmas. I now refer to it as the "afterglow" effect of the holiday. At first, I thought it might take place because a lot of people took down their trees and decorations and there was less demand for electricity. I first noticed this effect as a teenager and have seen it continue through the decades.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Families
General Hospital viewers express a variety of emotions related to Sonny, Nina, and Carly
General Hospital: Fans are up in arms and taking sides General Hospital fans are passionate about the reveal that as Mike in Nixon Falls, Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) fell in love with Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros). Viewers' opinions range from Carly beating the brakes off Nina to Sonny leaving his wife behind for the woman he found in Nixon Falls. Some fans blame Phyllis Caulfield for being subtle with Nina and not telling her to walk away. Following is a sample of what those who watch GH have been saying.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
The Young and the Restless could learn from Days of Our Lives how to treat soap vets
The Young and the Restless should respect veteran characters Soap fans who enjoy both Days of Our Lives and The Young and the Restless cannot help but notice the disparity when it comes to older veteran actors. Y&R fired Doug Davidson who had been portraying Paul Williams for 40 years. Fans were outraged and even signed a petition but the powers that be ignored their pleas.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Courtney Hope: Fans grasping at straws regarding Chad Duell
Courtney Hope: Inquiring minds want to know Neither Courtney Hope (Sally Spectra/The Young and the Restless) nor Chad Duell (Michael Corinthos/General Hospital) has made a public statement regarding their alleged split. Both soap stars have removed images of their October wedding from social media and inquiring minds desire to know the facts. We all realize that this couple has a right to privacy and may never divulge details of what went on in their brief marriage. This does not stop news outlets, spoilers, and an adoring public from speculating and hanging on to every post that appears.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
The Young and the Restless: Adam and Nick prove they are Victor's sons
The Young and the Restless: Newman apples don't fall far from the tree One thing that viewers of The Young and the Restless know to be true is that the Newman siblings all at times let the world know by their actions that they are indeed their father's children. Victoria Newman (Amelia Heinle) is doing just that as she runs the family business and also reminds Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) and Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) that she is currently in the driver's seat.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Farina: The most popular child from Our Gang
Farina had a special honor Allen Clayton Hoskins was born to Clayton and Florence Hoskins in Boston on August 9, 1920. Hoskins was an American child actor, who portrayed the popular character of Farina in 105 Our Gang short films from 1922 to 1931. He was only one year old when his tenure with Our Gang began and his character remained with the series through the silent years as well as the transition to talking moving pictures. Farina departed Our Gang in 1931 at the age of eleven and held a distinctive honor among the children on the show.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
The Bold and the Beautiful: Shelia scorned means Brooke is going down
The Bold and the Beautiful: Recycled storylines Those who watch The Bold and the Beautiful know that the CBS soap likes to continue love triangle long after the fans wish they would come to an end. The writers also resort to the tried and true in other areas when they cannot be creative with storylines. This is what is about to happen to Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) who will bring her misery on herself.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
