Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl enjoys writing about current events, soap spoilers and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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Friday the 13th has ties to the Bible and Christianity
Friday the 13th: The origin The origin of Friday the 13th is not really known. Stories about bad luck on this date come from different cultures. In 2026, the 13th of three different months falls on a Friday. They are February, March, and November.
By Cheryl E Preston20 days ago in FYI
Cecelia Specht debuts on Beyond the Gates
Dr. Whitmore debuts on BTG Cecelia Specht makes her Beyond the Gates debut on Friday, Feb. 13, as Dr. Lia Whitmore, the Chief of Staff at Garland Memorial. She is one of several new additions to the cast this week. Shante Parker debuted as Tatum Stewart on February 9, and Madison Alsobrook was onscreen on February 11, as Francesca.
By Cheryl E Preston21 days ago in Geeks
Nancy Guthrie: Is a miracle still possible after close to two weeks?. Top Story - February 2026.
Close to two weeks since Nancy Guthrie's abduction As of February 12, 2026, Nancy Guthrie remains classified as missing for 12 days, but there is no official confirmation that she is deceased. Blood matching Guthrie’s DNA was found on her front porch, indicating she likely suffered an injury during the abduction.
By Cheryl E Preston21 days ago in Geeks
Michael Conner Humphreys portrayed Young Forrest Gump
What happened to Michael Conner Humphreys? Tom Hanks portrayed Forrest Gump in the 1993 film of the same name and went on to a stellar career. Michael Conner Humphreys gave a memorable performance as young Forrest and was chosen because he looked like a young Tom Hanks.
By Cheryl E Preston22 days ago in Geeks
Deodorant and Antiperspirant are not interchangeable
What's in a name? Have you ever wondered why some products for underarm odor are called deodorant, and the other is an antiperspirant? While we often use the terms interchangeably, antiperspirants and deodorants actually have two different functions. The question is, which one best benefits you?
By Cheryl E Preston22 days ago in FYI
Steve Burton has exited General Hospital and returned more than any other cast member
Steve Burton has departed GH again Steve Burton is beloved as Jason Morgan on General Hospital, but fans have been caught off guard by a series of exits and returns. Genie Francis, who portrays Laura Collins, debuted on the ABC soap in 1977 and has left and returned four times in four decades.
By Cheryl E Preston23 days ago in Geeks
Nielsen Marketing continues old fashioned techniques to engage consumers
Nielsen keeps things old school Nielsen Media is the company that gives the ratings of the top television shows and radio stations nationwide., During the mid-1980s I received an invitation in the mail to participate in the Nielsen Television ratings survey.
By Cheryl E Preston23 days ago in FYI
Steve Burton announces he is leaving General Hospital
The Steve Burton rumor is finally real There are always rumors regarding soap stars, and usually, the information is not true. However, this time, what is being reported is accurate. Soap Opera Digest has revealed that Steve Burton is taking a hiatus from his role as Jason Morgan on General Hospital.
By Cheryl E Preston23 days ago in Geeks
The Titanic and the Titan had much in common.
Two unsinkable ships that sank It's regrettable that 5 lives were lost on the Titan submersible that now lies at the bottom of the ocean near the Titanic. Not only are these two vessels in the same ocean but they have other similarities.
By Cheryl E Preston23 days ago in History
