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December 27, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show The Oklahoma City Thunder Rolls and the Memphis Grizzlies Growl
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On this edition of the Phil Naessens Show On today’s edition of the Phil Naessens Show we’re talking Oklahoma City Thunder, Memphis Grizzlies and San Antonio Spurs NBA basketball and much more Segment 1: Welcome to Loud City Managing Editor J.A. Sherman joins Phil to discuss the recent Christmas day thumping of the New York Knicks, Steven Adams and a look at Fridays game against the Charlotte Bobcats and much more. Segment 2: Memphis Flyer reporter Kevin Lipe joins Phil to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies continued injury woes, their 2 game win streak, Seth Curry, Mark Gasol and much more Segment 3: Pounding the Rock Managing Editor J. R. Wilco joins Phil to discuss the “Wheel” as a replacement to tanking in the NBA and Phil quits on the New York Knicks forever and much more.
On this edition of the Phil Naessens Show On today’s edition of the Phil Naessens Show we’re talking Oklahoma City Thunder, Memphis Grizzlies and San Antonio Spurs NBA basketball and much more Segment 1: Welcome to Loud City Managing Editor J.A. Sherman joins Phil to discuss the recent Christmas day thumping of the New York Knicks, Steven Adams and a look at Fridays game against the Charlotte Bobcats and much more. Segment 2: Memphis Flyer reporter Kevin Lipe joins Phil to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies continued injury woes, their 2 game win streak, Seth Curry, Mark Gasol and much more Segment 3: Pounding the Rock Managing Editor J. R. Wilco joins Phil to discuss the “Wheel” as a replacement to tanking in the NBA and Phil quits on the New York Knicks forever and much more.
History Trivia - Hagia Sophia dedicated by Emperor Justinian
December 27
537 The Hagia Sophia (Church of the Holy Wisdom of God), one of the world's greatest architectural masterpieces, was dedicated in Constantinople by the Emperor Justinian. This was the third Cathedral, the previous two having been destroyed by fire.
1390 Anne de Mortimer, Countess of Cambridge, and the mother of Richard Plantagenet, 3rd Duke of York, and grandmother of King Edward IV and King Richard III, was born.
537 The Hagia Sophia (Church of the Holy Wisdom of God), one of the world's greatest architectural masterpieces, was dedicated in Constantinople by the Emperor Justinian. This was the third Cathedral, the previous two having been destroyed by fire.
1390 Anne de Mortimer, Countess of Cambridge, and the mother of Richard Plantagenet, 3rd Duke of York, and grandmother of King Edward IV and King Richard III, was born.
December 26, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show 2013 Hot Stove Baseball Report
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On this edition of the Phil Naessens Show On today’s edition of the Phil Naessens Show we’re looking at the best and worst 2013 Hot Stove Baseball deals in the American and National League and play Santa Claus to the Oakland A’s and New York Mets. Segment 1: Mark Berman from Blogging Mets and Phil play Santa Claus to the New York Mets and discuss all the Hot Stove moves in the National League. Segment 2: Athletics Nation writer Alex Hall and Phil play Santa Claus to the Oakland Athletics and discuss some of the Hot Stove moves in the American League.
On this edition of the Phil Naessens Show On today’s edition of the Phil Naessens Show we’re looking at the best and worst 2013 Hot Stove Baseball deals in the American and National League and play Santa Claus to the Oakland A’s and New York Mets. Segment 1: Mark Berman from Blogging Mets and Phil play Santa Claus to the New York Mets and discuss all the Hot Stove moves in the National League. Segment 2: Athletics Nation writer Alex Hall and Phil play Santa Claus to the Oakland Athletics and discuss some of the Hot Stove moves in the American League.
History Trivia - Boxing Day celebrations
December 26
Boxing Day - is a traditional celebration, dating back to medieval times, when gifts were given to employees, the poor, or to people in a lower social class.
795 Leo III was elected Roman Catholic pope. Pope Saint Leo recognized Charlemagne as the patricius of the Romans, crowning the great leader Holy Roman Emperor who protected Pope Leo from his enemies. He was an effective administrator of the papal territories, and contributed to the beautification of Rome.
Boxing Day - is a traditional celebration, dating back to medieval times, when gifts were given to employees, the poor, or to people in a lower social class.
795 Leo III was elected Roman Catholic pope. Pope Saint Leo recognized Charlemagne as the patricius of the Romans, crowning the great leader Holy Roman Emperor who protected Pope Leo from his enemies. He was an effective administrator of the papal territories, and contributed to the beautification of Rome.
December 24, 2013
Merry Christmas 2013
I wish all of my wonderful followers and fans a very Merry Christmas. God Bless each and everyone one of you. Mary Ann Bernal
History Trivia - William the Conqueror crowned King of England on Christmas Day
December 25
The date recognized by the Roman Catholic Church for the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas was also known as Yule (Anglo-Saxon) or Noel (French). 337 Earliest possible date that Christmas was celebrated on Dec 25th. 352 First definite date that Christmas was celebrated on Dec 25th.
498 French king Clovis baptized himself.
597 England adopted the Julian calendar.
795 Pope Adrian I died. The relationship of Adrian to Charlemagne was considered an ideal expression of Church and State in a united Christian society.
800 Charlemagne, King of the Franks, was crowned the first Holy Roman Emperor by Pope Leo III in Rome.
875 Charles the Bald was crowned Holy Roman Emperor.
1066 William the Conqueror was crowned king of England, at Westminster Abbey, London. 1
100 Baldwin of Boulogne was crowned the first King of Jerusalem in the Church of the Nativity.
1156 Peter the Venerable died. As Abbot of Cluny, Peter of Montboissier made great reforms to the monastery that restored its influence in European religious politics.
1223 St. Francis of Assisi assembled the first Nativity scene.
1559 Pius IV was elected pope. Born Giovanni Angelo de'Medici, Pius concluded the Council of Trent and pursued reforms of the Papal Curia.
The date recognized by the Roman Catholic Church for the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas was also known as Yule (Anglo-Saxon) or Noel (French). 337 Earliest possible date that Christmas was celebrated on Dec 25th. 352 First definite date that Christmas was celebrated on Dec 25th.
498 French king Clovis baptized himself.
597 England adopted the Julian calendar.
795 Pope Adrian I died. The relationship of Adrian to Charlemagne was considered an ideal expression of Church and State in a united Christian society.
800 Charlemagne, King of the Franks, was crowned the first Holy Roman Emperor by Pope Leo III in Rome.
875 Charles the Bald was crowned Holy Roman Emperor.
1066 William the Conqueror was crowned king of England, at Westminster Abbey, London. 1
100 Baldwin of Boulogne was crowned the first King of Jerusalem in the Church of the Nativity.
1156 Peter the Venerable died. As Abbot of Cluny, Peter of Montboissier made great reforms to the monastery that restored its influence in European religious politics.
1223 St. Francis of Assisi assembled the first Nativity scene.
1559 Pius IV was elected pope. Born Giovanni Angelo de'Medici, Pius concluded the Council of Trent and pursued reforms of the Papal Curia.
The Phil Naessens Show: The NBA Wheel and Christmas Day NBA Previews
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On this edition of the Phil Naessens Show Zeb Benbrook and I discuss the possibility of the NBA doing away with the Lottery draft and instituting a “wheel” type format and give gifts to all 10 NBA teams playing on Christmas day plus much much more. Segment 1: Welcome to Loud City Lead writer Zeb Benbrook joins Phil to discuss the NBA and the proposed “wheel” method of drafting and previews Chicago vs. Brooklyn and Phil goes off on the New York Knicks plus much more Segment 2: Welcome to Loud City Lead writer Zeb Benbrook joins Phil to preview Oklahoma City vs, New York, Houston vs. San Antonio, Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami and the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Golden State and much more.
On this edition of the Phil Naessens Show Zeb Benbrook and I discuss the possibility of the NBA doing away with the Lottery draft and instituting a “wheel” type format and give gifts to all 10 NBA teams playing on Christmas day plus much much more. Segment 1: Welcome to Loud City Lead writer Zeb Benbrook joins Phil to discuss the NBA and the proposed “wheel” method of drafting and previews Chicago vs. Brooklyn and Phil goes off on the New York Knicks plus much more Segment 2: Welcome to Loud City Lead writer Zeb Benbrook joins Phil to preview Oklahoma City vs, New York, Houston vs. San Antonio, Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami and the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Golden State and much more.M. C. Arvanitis, writer / WORDS TOGETHER MAKE TALES: Cardinal is lost in a blizzard. Who will save her?...
M. C. Arvanitis, writer / WORDS TOGETHER MAKE TALES: Cardinal is lost in a blizzard. Who will save her?...:
M. C. Arvanitis, writer / WORDS TOGETHER MAKE TALES
preschool stories, mid grade chapter books, YA series, and other writings by Margaret C. Arvanitis, teacher and now full time writer.FANTASY & Historical BOOKS FOR CHILDREN, Mid Grade.,
12/24/13Cardinal is lost in a blizzard. Who will save her?
Winter Friends
M. C. Arvanitis
Once there was a CardinalFlying on a dark and stormy night,She flew here and there, lost in flight,She was looking for a sheltered spotWhere she could safely light.
The wind was blowing wildly,And she needed to find a tree,Or some other place to be,But snow fell all around her,And it was hard for her to see.
At last she came upon a houseWith lights shining bright as day.She heard a pleasant voice say,"Cardinal, my friend, come downBefore the wind blows you away."
A snowman stood on the ground.Two sticks stuck from his side,Like arms that opened wide."Perch yourself upon my arm.Rest on me," the snowman replied.
Cardinal landed with a sigh,“You just saved my life," she said.Without you here I'd be dead.Well now, Glad I could be of help.Hello. You can call me Fred.
You are welcome to join me, friend.Feel free to rest upon my arm.I will keep you safe from harm.At least for a month or two,Until the sun becomes too warm."
Cardinal stayed with Snowman Fred.The bird and Fred was quite a pairAnd together they would shareA song, a joke, or a dream or two.She knew she was safe right there.
But when spring came to the yard,And sun beat down hot and clear.Poor Fred began to disappear.It was time for the friends to part.Cardinal tried not to shed a tear.
She built a nest on a tree near by,And sang songs of good cheerFor all the folks around to hear,While she waited for the winter snowsWhen Fred would once again appear.
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Free to copy and use. If you pass this along please add the author's name. M. C. Arvanitis
M. C. Arvanitis, writer / WORDS TOGETHER MAKE TALES
preschool stories, mid grade chapter books, YA series, and other writings by Margaret C. Arvanitis, teacher and now full time writer.FANTASY & Historical BOOKS FOR CHILDREN, Mid Grade.,
12/24/13Cardinal is lost in a blizzard. Who will save her?
Winter Friends
M. C. Arvanitis
Once there was a CardinalFlying on a dark and stormy night,She flew here and there, lost in flight,She was looking for a sheltered spotWhere she could safely light.
The wind was blowing wildly,And she needed to find a tree,Or some other place to be,But snow fell all around her,And it was hard for her to see.
At last she came upon a houseWith lights shining bright as day.She heard a pleasant voice say,"Cardinal, my friend, come downBefore the wind blows you away."
A snowman stood on the ground.Two sticks stuck from his side,Like arms that opened wide."Perch yourself upon my arm.Rest on me," the snowman replied.
Cardinal landed with a sigh,“You just saved my life," she said.Without you here I'd be dead.Well now, Glad I could be of help.Hello. You can call me Fred.
You are welcome to join me, friend.Feel free to rest upon my arm.I will keep you safe from harm.At least for a month or two,Until the sun becomes too warm."
Cardinal stayed with Snowman Fred.The bird and Fred was quite a pairAnd together they would shareA song, a joke, or a dream or two.She knew she was safe right there.
But when spring came to the yard,And sun beat down hot and clear.Poor Fred began to disappear.It was time for the friends to part.Cardinal tried not to shed a tear.
She built a nest on a tree near by,And sang songs of good cheerFor all the folks around to hear,While she waited for the winter snowsWhen Fred would once again appear.
~~~~
Free to copy and use. If you pass this along please add the author's name. M. C. Arvanitis
History Trivia 400 Burgundy soldiers froze to death during siege of Nancy
December 24
3 BC Servius Sulpicius Galba was born. He was emperor of Rome from 68-69AD.
563 The Byzantine church Hagia Sophia in Constantinople was dedicated for the second time after being destroyed by earthquakes.
640 Pope John IV was elected. In his brief pontificate, John sent help to the victims of invaders in Dalmatia, opposed monothelitism and the Irish choice for the date of Easter, and defended the orthodoxy of Pope Honorius I.
1167 King John I of England was born. The youngest son of King Henry II, John lacked the trust of his barons and was maneuvered into signing the Magna Carta.
1294 Pope Boniface VIII was elected Pope, replacing St. Celestine V, who had resigned.
1476 400 Burgundy soldiers froze to death during siege of Nancy (Burgundian Wars, the battle finally being fought outside the walls on 5 January 1477 between Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy, and René II, Duke of Lorraine. René's forces won the battle, and Charles' mutilated body was found three days later.)
1515 Thomas Wolsey was appointed English Lord Chancellor.
3 BC Servius Sulpicius Galba was born. He was emperor of Rome from 68-69AD.
563 The Byzantine church Hagia Sophia in Constantinople was dedicated for the second time after being destroyed by earthquakes.
640 Pope John IV was elected. In his brief pontificate, John sent help to the victims of invaders in Dalmatia, opposed monothelitism and the Irish choice for the date of Easter, and defended the orthodoxy of Pope Honorius I.
1167 King John I of England was born. The youngest son of King Henry II, John lacked the trust of his barons and was maneuvered into signing the Magna Carta.
1294 Pope Boniface VIII was elected Pope, replacing St. Celestine V, who had resigned.
1476 400 Burgundy soldiers froze to death during siege of Nancy (Burgundian Wars, the battle finally being fought outside the walls on 5 January 1477 between Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy, and René II, Duke of Lorraine. René's forces won the battle, and Charles' mutilated body was found three days later.)
1515 Thomas Wolsey was appointed English Lord Chancellor.
The Phil Naessens Show: Santa Claus Visits the San Antonio Spurs, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Their Divisional Rivals!
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On this edition of the Phil Naessens ShowSanta Claus visits the San Antonio Spurs, the Oklahoma City Thunder and their rivals in the Northwest and Southwest Divisions!To download this program to your portable device please right click the link below and select "save as".DownloadCome over to DraftSheet and join Phil for a free Fantasy Basketball free roll and win cash. It's absolutely free. For Fantasy Basketball please click here . For Fantasy Football please click here and for Fantasy Hockey please click hereSegment 1: Pounding the Rock Managing Editor J.R. Wilco and Phil play Santa Claus to the San Antonio Spurs and their division rivals Houston Rockets, New Orleans Pelicans, Memphis Grizzlies and Dallas Mavericks plus much more.Segment 2: Welcome to Loud City Managing Editor J.A. Sherman and Phil play Santa Claus to the Oklahoma City Thunder and their division rivals Portland Trailblazers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz plus much more.The Phil Naessens Show can be heard Monday thru Friday at Max Sports Channels, Talk Superstation, Armed Forces Radio Network , Kozmik Radio, First Online Radio, WRFN 1025 and Baseball Podcasts
On this edition of the Phil Naessens ShowSanta Claus visits the San Antonio Spurs, the Oklahoma City Thunder and their rivals in the Northwest and Southwest Divisions!To download this program to your portable device please right click the link below and select "save as".DownloadCome over to DraftSheet and join Phil for a free Fantasy Basketball free roll and win cash. It's absolutely free. For Fantasy Basketball please click here . For Fantasy Football please click here and for Fantasy Hockey please click hereSegment 1: Pounding the Rock Managing Editor J.R. Wilco and Phil play Santa Claus to the San Antonio Spurs and their division rivals Houston Rockets, New Orleans Pelicans, Memphis Grizzlies and Dallas Mavericks plus much more.Segment 2: Welcome to Loud City Managing Editor J.A. Sherman and Phil play Santa Claus to the Oklahoma City Thunder and their division rivals Portland Trailblazers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz plus much more.The Phil Naessens Show can be heard Monday thru Friday at Max Sports Channels, Talk Superstation, Armed Forces Radio Network , Kozmik Radio, First Online Radio, WRFN 1025 and Baseball Podcasts
