I saw this post on my Facebook page by the local library three days ago. I have been thinking about how to answer the question since it posted. I provided a comment soon after they posted on Facebook. It was an interesting question and considering what we are...
Marion’s Favorite: Crunchy Tacos
by MHill | Apr 6, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I have a confession to share.... I like crunchy tacos and I cannot lie! I know that was a bad take on Sir Mixalot's ubiquitous megahit, Baby Got Back. However, it is true. I love crunchy tacos and I can not deny it. I can see the frowns on the faces of taco...
Marion’s Favorites: Cherry Pie
by MHill | Apr 2, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
It's no secret for those that know me well, Cherry Pie is my favorite dessert. I have a sweet tooth for sure. I enjoy cookies, rum and pound cakes, and Sweet Potato and Apple pies. But, none of those other desserts...
Marion’s Favorites: Hearsay by Alexander O’Neal
by MHill | Mar 24, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
When it comes to male R&B vocalists, many people mention Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Al Green and Luther Vandross as their favorite if you are going old school. Others mention Kem, Maxwell, Anthony Hamilton,...
Marion’s Favorites: 5 Uplifting Novels To Keep Your Mind Away from COVID-19
by MHill | Mar 18, 2020 | Marion's Favorite Books
Coronavirus AKA COVID-19 has taken over everybody's lives these days and created a global pandemic. However, I believe this is an opportunity to read some good books...uplifting books to keep our...
Marion’s Favorites: Kind of Blue by Miles Davis
by MHill | Mar 15, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I have been in a Miles Davis listening mood recently. Maybe with everything that has happened so far in 2020 from the death of Kobe Bryant, the upcoming 2020 presidential election, and now the global pandemic of...
Marion’s Favorites: Books & Travel Podcast
by MHill | Mar 11, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I have become a huge fan of podcasts. I enjoy the format of listening to a long form conversation about a certain subject. Podcasting has created an entirely new way of communication and getting information. I have my favorite podcasts and the Books &...
Marion’s Favorites: Amalaya Malbec Wine
by MHill | Feb 23, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I’m a wine drinker, and my favorite wine is a Malbec. Malbec is known for its ample, dark fruit flavors and smoldering finish. This wine is a great alternative to a Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah. Malbec pairs well with dark meat poultry, dark meat turkey and lean red...
Marion’s Favorites: Incognito
by MHill | Feb 15, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
My wife Jessica and I went to Las Vegas in April 2019 for a mini-vacation. Most people go to Vegas for gambling, food, and shows. However, I went to Las Vegas to see my favorite band, Incognito. I’ve been a fan of Incognito since the early 1990s when I heard...
Book Review 149: Dreams Underfoot by Charles de Lint
by MHill | Dec 24, 2018 | 2018 Book Reviews, Charles De Lint, Marion's Favorite Books
In nearly 150 reviews, I have not reviewed a short story collection. I do not have an explanation for this oversight other than I don't read a lot of short stories. However, I have reviewed one of my favorite writer's short story collections to end my reading year of...