MaryAnn Bernal's Blog, page 417
May 17, 2013
History Trivia - Anne Boleyn's brother George executed for treason
May 17
218 - 7th recorded perihelion passage of Halley's Comet.
352 Liberius elected Pope, replacing Julius I.
884 St Adrian III began his reign as Catholic Pope.
1220 King Henry III of England Crowned for a second time. Henry, who had been crowned at age nine four years earlier, underwent a second coronation at Westminster.
1521 Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, was executed for treason.
1536 George Boleyn, Viscount Rochford and four other men were executed for treason.
1590 Anne of Denmark was crowned Queen of Scotland.
218 - 7th recorded perihelion passage of Halley's Comet.
352 Liberius elected Pope, replacing Julius I.
884 St Adrian III began his reign as Catholic Pope.
1220 King Henry III of England Crowned for a second time. Henry, who had been crowned at age nine four years earlier, underwent a second coronation at Westminster.
1521 Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, was executed for treason.
1536 George Boleyn, Viscount Rochford and four other men were executed for treason.
1590 Anne of Denmark was crowned Queen of Scotland.
May 16, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show 5-16-2013 The San Antonio Spurs are the Gem of Texas
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2013/05/16/the-phil-naessens-show-5-16-2013-the-san-antonio-spurs-are-the-gem-of-texas/
The San Antonio Spurs are the gem of Texas. Pounding the Rock Managing Editor J.R. Wilco joins host Phil Naessens to talk about his beloved Spurs, why this franchise is so good and much more but first up The Sports Goons Jameyen Smith joins Phil to talk about Jameyan’s new radio show Sports Goons Radio followed by a discussion of the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls plus much more on Thursdays Phil Naessens Show.
The San Antonio Spurs are the gem of Texas. Pounding the Rock Managing Editor J.R. Wilco joins host Phil Naessens to talk about his beloved Spurs, why this franchise is so good and much more but first up The Sports Goons Jameyen Smith joins Phil to talk about Jameyan’s new radio show Sports Goons Radio followed by a discussion of the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls plus much more on Thursdays Phil Naessens Show.
History Trivia - Eleanor of Acquitaine marries Henry Anjou, England's future king
May 16,
218 Julia Maesa, aunt of the assassinated Caracalla, was banished to her home in Syria by the self-proclaimed emperor Macrinus and declared her 14-year old grandson Elagabalus, emperor of Rome.
1152 Eleanor of Aquitaine married Henry Anjou, handing the future king of England most of France.
1204 Baldwin IX, Count of Flanders was crowned as the first Emperor of the Latin Empire.
1527 The Florentines drove out the Medici for a second time and Florence re-established itself as a republic.
1532 Sir Thomas More resigned as Lord Chancellor of England.
1568 Mary, Queen of Scots, fled to England.
218 Julia Maesa, aunt of the assassinated Caracalla, was banished to her home in Syria by the self-proclaimed emperor Macrinus and declared her 14-year old grandson Elagabalus, emperor of Rome.
1152 Eleanor of Aquitaine married Henry Anjou, handing the future king of England most of France.
1204 Baldwin IX, Count of Flanders was crowned as the first Emperor of the Latin Empire.
1527 The Florentines drove out the Medici for a second time and Florence re-established itself as a republic.
1532 Sir Thomas More resigned as Lord Chancellor of England.
1568 Mary, Queen of Scots, fled to England.
Amazon Review - The Briton and the Dane
Elisabeth Marrion rated it 5 of 5 stars
What a great read. I did not know what to expect and was transported into the 9th Century England from the very first page. This is for lovers of history, or simply for lovers of a good book. I loved it.
I loved the intrigue, the love, the romance and betrayal , at the time of Alfred the great, roaming in my very front garden. So to speak. All here in rural Hampshire/Dorset. I could easily identify with the main Character Gwyneth, innocent, yet feisty. Trying to break the norm of what was expecte...more What a great read. I did not know what to expect and was transported into the 9th Century England from the very first page. This is for lovers of history, or simply for lovers of a good book. I loved it.
I loved the intrigue, the love, the romance and betrayal , at the time of Alfred the great, roaming in my very front garden. So to speak. All here in rural Hampshire/Dorset. I could easily identify with the main Character Gwyneth, innocent, yet feisty. Trying to break the norm of what was expected of her at that time in history. Foolish sometimes, and brave at other times. It was also a very easy read, so do not be scared if you think it might be heavy. To the contrary. I will take the next instalment on holiday certainly will let you know.
What a great read. I did not know what to expect and was transported into the 9th Century England from the very first page. This is for lovers of history, or simply for lovers of a good book. I loved it.
I loved the intrigue, the love, the romance and betrayal , at the time of Alfred the great, roaming in my very front garden. So to speak. All here in rural Hampshire/Dorset. I could easily identify with the main Character Gwyneth, innocent, yet feisty. Trying to break the norm of what was expecte...more What a great read. I did not know what to expect and was transported into the 9th Century England from the very first page. This is for lovers of history, or simply for lovers of a good book. I loved it.
I loved the intrigue, the love, the romance and betrayal , at the time of Alfred the great, roaming in my very front garden. So to speak. All here in rural Hampshire/Dorset. I could easily identify with the main Character Gwyneth, innocent, yet feisty. Trying to break the norm of what was expected of her at that time in history. Foolish sometimes, and brave at other times. It was also a very easy read, so do not be scared if you think it might be heavy. To the contrary. I will take the next instalment on holiday certainly will let you know.
May 15, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show 5-15-2013 Who Are the Memphis Grizzlies?
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Who are the Memphis Grizzlies? Grizzly Bear Blues Managing Editor Kevin Lipe joins host Phil Naessens to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies 2012-2013 season and post season success and Sports-Kings Pass the Pill Managing Editor Andy Flint joins Phil to discuss the New York Knicks. The Knicks are down 3-1 to the Indiana Pacers and the guys look to see who’s to blame and what the Knicks should do moving forward and much more.
Who are the Memphis Grizzlies? Grizzly Bear Blues Managing Editor Kevin Lipe joins host Phil Naessens to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies 2012-2013 season and post season success and Sports-Kings Pass the Pill Managing Editor Andy Flint joins Phil to discuss the New York Knicks. The Knicks are down 3-1 to the Indiana Pacers and the guys look to see who’s to blame and what the Knicks should do moving forward and much more.History Trivia - Oliver Cromwell declares England a commonwealth
May 15,
1213 King John named Stephen Langton Archbishop of Canterbury after submitting to the Pope's authority and offering to make England and Ireland papal fiefs, which resulted in Pope Innocent III lifting the interdict of 1208.
1252 Pope Innocent IV issued the papal bull ad exstirpanda, which authorized, but also limited, the torture of heretics in the Medieval Inquisition.
1265 Dante Alighieri, author of the Divine Comedy, was born.
1536 Anna Boleyn and Lord Rochford stood trial on the charges of adultery/incest.
1567 Mary, Queen of Scots, married James Hepburn, 4th Earl of Bothwell, her third husband.
1649 The 'Rump Parliament' under Oliver Cromwell declared England a 'commonwealth' or free state.
1213 King John named Stephen Langton Archbishop of Canterbury after submitting to the Pope's authority and offering to make England and Ireland papal fiefs, which resulted in Pope Innocent III lifting the interdict of 1208. 
1252 Pope Innocent IV issued the papal bull ad exstirpanda, which authorized, but also limited, the torture of heretics in the Medieval Inquisition.
1265 Dante Alighieri, author of the Divine Comedy, was born. 1536 Anna Boleyn and Lord Rochford stood trial on the charges of adultery/incest.
1567 Mary, Queen of Scots, married James Hepburn, 4th Earl of Bothwell, her third husband.
1649 The 'Rump Parliament' under Oliver Cromwell declared England a 'commonwealth' or free state.
Amazon Review - One Good Redneck Mama: A Texas Memoir by Cheryl Casey
A laugh on every page!, May 15, 2013 By Tribalchick
This review is from: One Good Redneck Mama: A Texas Memoir (Kindle Edition) This collection of memories and anecdotes is funny....no really funny! At one point the other evening, my partner had to witness my naked dash to the bathroom I was giggling so much! I'm sure a few witty nuances passed me by as I'm from England but this did not detract from a most enjoyable read. Perfect coffee break reading...loved it:-)
http://www.amazon.com/One-Good-Redneck-Mama-ebook/dp/B00AM7W2UW/ref=cm_rdp_product
May 14, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show 5-14-2013 Fantasy Baseball Tuesday The Rotowire Advantage!
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On the Fantasy Baseball Tuesday edition of the Phil Naessens Show Rotowire Fantasy Writer Nick Falk joins host Phil Naessens to discuss the advantages of subscribing to Rotowire, how to become a writer at Rotowire and the guys answer listeners questions concerning Josh Reddick, Kevin Slowey, Matt Joyce and how Sabermetric stats like WAR and OWAR are helpful to fantasy baseball owners
On the Fantasy Baseball Tuesday edition of the Phil Naessens Show Rotowire Fantasy Writer Nick Falk joins host Phil Naessens to discuss the advantages of subscribing to Rotowire, how to become a writer at Rotowire and the guys answer listeners questions concerning Josh Reddick, Kevin Slowey, Matt Joyce and how Sabermetric stats like WAR and OWAR are helpful to fantasy baseball owners
History Trivia - Edward Jenner gives first successful smallpx vaccination
May 14,
1264 Barons War: Simon de Montfort, 6th Earl of Leicester, defeated English king Henry III.
1572 Gregory XIII, best known for his calendar reform, was elected pope.
1796 English physician Edward Jenner gave the first successful smallpox vaccination.
Amazon Review - The Briton and the Dane
Tasty, May 12, 2013
By FPW "Wayne DePriest" (Fridley, MN, USA)
This review is from: The Briton and the Dane Second Edition (Kindle Edition) Mary Ann Bernal's foray into 9th Century Britain is a feast for the senses. The history buff part of me appreciates the research done to portray the period with accurate detail of the times. The story teller part of me recognizes the talent and effort displayed in using that historic accuracy to weave a tale of love, honor, treachery and betrayal wrapped in enough intrigue and suspense to satisfy. And, of course, the reader part of me just flat out enjoyed the story.
There are two more courses in Ms Bernal's banquet, plus a companion tale for dessert. Excuse me while I activate my Kindle. I'm hungry.
