McCoy's Grand Theater

A few weeks ago we drove to the small town of Moorefield, WV, to attend "Fiddler on the Roof" at McCoy's Grand Theatre in Moorefield, WV. What a joy to watch! "Fiddler" has always been one of my favorite musicals, evoking both joy and tears. And this performance was no difference.

I am writing this to urge you to visit Moorefield next weekend and spend an enjoyable evening or afternoon with this talented group of people. "Fiddler on the Roof" was directed by Keith Miller, Choreographed by Kirsten Barr, and the Music Director was Heather Thorne. It is a very powerful story of Tevye and his attempts to maintain his family and Jewish traditions, in spite of his oldest daughters' strong wills and the edict of the tsar to leave their village. I love how Tevye is constantly talking to God! The castmembers, lead by Heath Hershberger as Tevye,were a delight! Heath's voice and acting talent set the tone for the show! There are so many talented people in this show - I could go on and on. The scenes of Tzeitel, Hodel, and Chava as they go against their father's wishes brought tears to my eyes.

McCoys is an easy 2 hour drive from the DC Metro area. There are three more performances of this timeless play: July 27th and 28th at 7pm and July 29th at 2pm. You will not be disappointed. If you plan on going to one of the evening shows and would like to stay overnight, we always stay at the Southbranch Inn in Moorefield.

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And their website can be found at http://mccoysgrand.com/

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Trends in T Shirts

T-shirts were originally worn as underwear but they now have evolved into a fashionable wardrobe staple,especially after Don Johnson wore it with an Armani suit in "Miami Vice".

T-shirts have become a great medium of self-expression and advertising, combining words, art and even photographs. Variations on the original T-shirt have developed - tank tops, crew necks, muscle shirts, scoop neck, and V-neck. Hip hop fashion calls for 'tall-T"s which may extend down to the knees. In the 1990's women wore tight fitting cropped T-shirts. Layering - wearing a short sleeved T-shirt over a long-sleeved is also popular.

In the early 1950's several companies based in Miami started to decorate T-shirts with different resort names and characters. The first was Tropix Togs, the original license for Walt Disney characters. 
In the 1960's the ringer T-shirt with it's signature contrast neckline became a staple for teenagers and rock-n-rollers. Tie die and protest T's were popular.

The most common form of T-shirt printing is screen-printing. Relatively inexpensive, it uses plastisol inks that are applied through a mesh screen. Designs can also be applied with airbrush, applique, embroidery and embossing techniques. In the 1980's thermochromatic dyes were used to make shirts that changed colors when subjected to heat. Direct to Garment printing was introduced at the beginning of the 21st century allowing customers to design their own T-shirts online with no minimum orders.

The T-shirt pictured to the left is a great example of screenprinting that expresses a lifestyle - in this case skateboarding.

You will find an ever-changing assortment of T-shirts in my Addoway store. Most of the time I will only have one of a particular design and style, so order early to avoid disappointment.


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How Did T-Shirts Evolve From Underwear to Statement Clothing?

A T-shirt is a buttonless and collarless pullover shirt usually with short sleeves. The best ones are a 100% cotton knit fabric fabric knitted in a jersey stitch to give it it's distinctive soft texture. Sometimes a blend of cotton & polyester is used, giving longer-lasting color that is less prone to fading, but can sometimes pill.

T-shirts originally became popular in the U.S. when they were issued by the US Navy around the time of the Spanish American War. These were a crew-necked, short-sleeved, white cotton undershirt to be worn under a uniform.  It became common for sailors and Marines in work parties, the early submarines, and tropical climates to remove their uniform "jacket", wearing (and soiling) only the undershirt.

It was named a T-shirt due to it's shape when laid flat. It soon became popular as a bottom layer for workers in various professions, including agriculture. Boy's shirts were made in various colors and patterns.

Following World War II, it became common to see vets wearing their uniform trousers with their T-shirts as casual clothing. They became popular for young men in 1951 after Marlon Brando wore one in "A Streetcar Named Desire". And then James Dean a white T-shirt in "Rebel Without a Cause" in 1955. And the white T-shirt had a resergence in popularity when Don Johnson wore one with an Armani suit in the 1980's hit TV show "Miami Vice".

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To Parents Everywhere

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OqwKfgLaeA

Cat's in the Cradle sung by Harry Chapin

I always liked this song, but it wasn't until after my Dad died that I truly listened to the words. And as I was driving & listening, the tears started to flow. My Dad always made a lot of time for my two brothers and me, but I know too many Dads that don't. And sometimes it's just impossible, especially for those in the military who are gone for months at a time.

So my tears were for all the Moms & Dads who for whatever reason can't be there on a daily basis for their children, and for all of their children who don't really know their parents. Time is such a precious thing and we can never regain what has passed.

To all the Dads and the Moms who work outside the home, I hope you will listen to this video, read and heed the words. Comments welcome.

 

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Selling and Blogging Online With Addoway!

A blog (a portmanteau of the term web log) is a personal journal published on the World Wide Web consisting of  entries ("posts") typically displayed in reverse chronological order so the most recent post appears first.

Addoway gives every seller - whether a regular or pro member - a portal to publish a blog. In turn two blogs are featured on the Addoway home page each day. These are picked randomly on a rotating basis. So if you write a blog, you might be one of the bloggers featured on the Addoway home page! This is a very good thing.

As people get to know you through your blogs, they will become more comfortable buying from you - and I know you want sales!

What to write about? It could be about what you sell, where you get your items, your pets, etc. Your blog doesn't have to be long, I actually think short is better. We all get writers block, and sometimes I just share a favorite recipe. Browse through my and other seller's blogs to get ideas.

Oh, and be sure to post them on our Addoway facebook page https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/AddowaySellers/. They will be read and shared on Twitter and Facebook by other sellers, further increasing your exposure! And be sure you read and share theirs. Happy blogging!

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What is a Deltiologist? Part 4

Are You a Deltiologist? Part 4

This is the final section on Deltiology:

Know what to check for when buying postcards. It's easier to check the condition of a postcard in a store than online and yet it's likely that many of your cards will be internet purchases. In this case, be sure to seek as thorough a photo as possible of the card's condition before buying. If you can't see all of the condition or the description is very poor, either don't purchase it or only purchase it if it's exceptionally cheap.

Some of the things to be aware of when purchasing cards include:
Cleanliness of the card: This is not about whether or not it has been written on. It's about the splotches, marks, grime and grease that builds up on old paper items over time. Look for postcards that are clean and free of age or grime marks where possible. It won't always be possible but it's worth aiming high where you can.Edges: Try to find postcards that have even and unbent edges and haven't been torn or dog eared.

Content: It's always preferable if you can actually read what has been written on the postcard if it has writing. That makes it a lot more enjoyable and gives a sense of history behind the postcard.

Markings: Mostly this is about the postmark. The more legible, the better and if it has a date and location that can be read, a lot can be learned about the postcard.

Avoid: Things to avoid include moldy postcards (they will never become un-moldy), really badly battered about unless there is a sentimental or content reason for getting the postcard, foxing (spots and age marks) and grease marks (these detract from the overall look), stains such as blood, grime or water, too many folds or creases, tears, etc. If it looks tattered, the only reason to get it is because it's rare, what is written on it is worth keeping or you've fallen in love with it (but not if it's moldy).

Display and store the postcards. The manner in which you keep the postcards is important for safeguarding their quality over the coming years. For the really old and the valuable postcards, store in archival, acid-free covers available from hobby stores, stamp and postcard retailers and online. These will keep dust, grime and stains off the postcards and the paper will be safe from acidity. Keep the cards stored flat and in a place where they cannot be crushed, bent or warped. Ensure that the environment is dry and cool and not humid and that there is no possibility of insect damage.
If you have children (and/or pets), store the postcards out of reach, at least until the children are old enough to know how to handle them properly. Most of all, try to find a way that makes it easy to see and enjoy your postcard collection as often as you like.

Some ideas include:
Scrapbooks are ideal for creating themed collections and can be the perfect vehicle for protecting, displaying and explaining your postcard collection. Indeed, people have kept postcards in albums since Victorian times, so this will be carrying on a fine old tradition.Another great way to keep a record of your postcard collection is to take digital images and post them into an online collection for all to see. It will help you to keep track of the postcards and many other people can enjoy your collection too!
Keep learning more about collecting postcards. This article has been intended to aid the beginning hobbyist or sentimental collector to get started on honing choices, organizing the collection and learning the basics. More in-depth knowledge should be pursued through talking to other collectors and reading widely in the field of deltiology and about collecting in general.


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