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07/06/2025

What do you call a group of turkeys?!?

This group I slowed down for in North Canton, CT and as you can see from the sideview mirror, all was quiet behind me. No fatalities
that day.

FYI: "A group of wild turkeys is called a flock.

But domesticated turkeys are referred to as a rafter or a gaggle.

A group of wild turkeys can also be called a run, as in a “run of turkeys.” ( Courtesy of Yahoo )

Notice how elders, be it parents or other relatives help shepperd the younger ones in a herd like mentality !

To help them was the former super station WCBS traffic report about a month before their departure from the airways.

Speaking of super stations and turkeys, join host, Larry Dasilva, on the radio for his regular Sunday 'Lunch Brunch', from Noon - 2 pm, EDT, for news, weather, traffic, and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ !!!

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07/04/2025

This week at my job where I was day dreaming or quiet quitting, something on the radio brought back a memory I had not thought of in probably four decades.....

A Fall hay ride that I attended with fellow students from the high school band.

Well, without realizing what happens on hay rides at that age, I was paired off with a fellow classmate who we'll call Jill P,

Memories about her came back to me about how she was a year younger, petite, wore aviator glasses which were popular with some girls in those days and played the flute I believe.

For those who might care, I played the trumpet and later, french horn in my senior year which I enjoyed and wish I had kept up with.

A slender, nice girl who to be honest I had never thought of as a "hook-up" for lack of a better term. Or maybe even a prom date for which I did go when my time came.

For what seemed like two hours we bounded in the hay for what the kids today and then probably would call a make-out session.

When the hay ride ended, we went our separate ways and I don't remember ever discussing it with here afterwards in school, during band practices or at concert events.

I graduated, she a year later I assume, I went to college and never crossed paths to my knowledge again.

A few days ago, I decided to look up Jill P. and see if I could find what she might be up to .

Jill P, died on Sunday, June 4th, 2002, possibly as a result of an accident, in Winsted, CT, not far from I now live.

She lived in West Simsbury, CT, two towns over from where I relocated in 2004 and later remarried and now live.

She went to the same university as I initially did, but did not cross paths during at least the two years when we would have been on campus before I transfered.

She went on to earn a Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering and was a Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications for a firm in the Hartford area.

From comments that I came across online, Jill P. was loved, respected and revered both as a co-worker, mentor and friend by almost all she came in contact with.

I also came find out that Jill P. grew up, when I knew her, having lost her father some twelve years earlier which may have explained some of her shyness that I perceived.,

I think we both were a couple of high school kids who were awkward and did not have regular dating partners that seemed to come easy to many in our then realm. At least not until college...lol

It made me think about about how many times we don't know or care about someone's "backstory". Maybe if we did know and/or care, we might look and judge them differently.

I'll be going to visit Jill P. in the nearby cemetary where she has rested for some 23 years, pay my respects and have a chat when her if she'll listen and tell her that it would have be nice if we could been friends for more than just that "brief encounter".

BTW, her husband later remarried, had two children of his own, and died from cancer just 5 days before I got the urge earlier this week to look up what had happened to my classmate, bandmate, and one-time hayride partner, Jill P.

Jill P., we hardly knew ya !

06/30/2025

Spent Memorial weekend Sunday up in Litchfield County, CT at the Bantam Cinema which has been around for some 100 plus years.

There we saw the bilingual film dramedy. "Jane Austen Wrecked My Life", written and directed by French filmmaker Laura Piani and starring British/French actress, Camille Rutherford, ("Anatomy of a Fall"), as the lead character, Agathe,

The pliot of the film revolves around Agathe, an aspiring writer who works in a Paris bookstore, (the real life Shakespeare and Co., a well known English-language bookstore that my wife knew well form her time spent in France during her travels there years ago !)

Single with bouts of writer's block and lingering depression over a family accident years before that took her parents, Agathe's friend and co-worker, Felix, sends chapters of Agathe's unfinished romantic novel to a English writers’ residency that is run by descendents of Jane Austen.

After being accepted, Agathe travels by boat to England where she is picked up by Oliver, a descendant of Jane Austen, whose parents run the residency.

A mix of comedy and drama ensues with a romantic triangle between Agathe, Felix and Oliver set against a country atmosphere
and romantic feel that makes you feel almost like a 18th century literature story......only with cell phones, writer's block and spitting alpacas.

"Jane Austen Wrecked My Life" is softspoken romantic film that will make you feel the need to pursue your unfullfilled goals and dreams and find someone along the way to share them with and love hopelessly.

I give the film 5 novels. 📙📙📙📙📙

Written & Directed by: Laura PianiStarring: Camille Rutherford, Pablo Pauly, Charlie AnsonAgathe (Camille Rutherford) is a hopelessly clumsy yet charming you...

06/28/2025

Remembering spending a beautiful Friday summer evening in July, 2024 at Hamden’s (CT) Town Center Park taking in part of the Hamden Free Summer Concert Series staring The Drifters, The Platters and Cornell Gunter’s The Coasters serving up a triple dose of nostalgia from the 1950's & 60's

All three vocal groups were formed in the 1950s.

The Drifters are an American pop and R&B/soul vocal group inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1988,

The Platters are an American rhythm and blues vocal group, inducted into R&RHOP in 1990 and The Coasters are an American doo-wop vocal group. inducted into the R&RHOF in 1987.

This triple dose of nostalgia provided the crowded park with a trip down memory lane with classic hits like, “This Magic Moment,” “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes,” “Under the Board walk,” “Only You,” “The Great Pretender,” “Charlie Brown” and “Poison Ivy" and so many more on a perfect Friday night!!

I hope you'll join me, Larry Dasilva, on the radio for our regular Sunday 'Lunch Brunch', from Noon - 2 pm, EDT, for news, weather and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ.

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06/23/2025

Join Jerry Kristafer and Joe D'Ambrosio, beginning at 6 am for Day 5 of the WJMJ Semi-Annual Radiothon, along with the rest of the WJMJ team plus special guests throughout Monday, the final day of our radiothon looking to reach our 5-day goal of $ 230,000 !!!

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06/22/2025

Day 4 of 88.9 WJMJ's Semiannual Radiothon!

Join Larry Dasilva & Tom Zarecki at Noon Sunday, June 22nd.

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06/14/2025

A couple days ago, I received a big surprise in the mail with a belated (3 months) birthday gift from my lovely wife.

I think she likes me !

A limited edition signed print from the March 27th, 2025 Teenage Cancer Trust concert performance featuring The WHO with special guests, Level 42.

The print, signed by now "Sir" Roger Daltrey, helps raise monies as they have for the past 24 years with Daltrey spearheading the efforts.

According to Chris Lambert of"Rockshot Mag", "25 years ago, Teenage Cancer Trust held its first concert at the Royal Albert Hall and over the past quarter of a century, thanks to its ambassador and curator Roger Daltrey, has been one of the highlights of the British music calendar."

Lambert goes on to write, "1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime. Cancer does not discriminate. It doesn’t care about your background or, unfortunately, your age. The tragedy is that every year, thousands of children and young people are diagnosed with cancer, robbing them of the beauty of childhood and adolescence. You only get one chance at being young, and those years will shape the person you become. Teenage Cancer Trust ensures that young people with cancer get the sensitive, individual care and support they need at this unique and critical life stage."

To say that I was stunned at receiving this gift and having the pleasure of framing this beautiful piece is beyond words.

Created by artist/musician, Josh Townshend, son of The Who's guitarist Simon Townshend and nephew of The Who's creative genius, singer/songwriter/guitarist Pete Townshend, one can see the talents of the Townshend family run deep.

I hope you'll join me, Larry Dasilva on Sunday, June 15th, from Noon - 2 pm DST, for news, weather and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ.

For those across the U.S. and overseas, please join me online at Tunein. com. Key Word: WJMJ or @ WJMJ. org.

My thanks to my station family @ WJMJ and you, most of all, the listeners !!

Remember, WJMJ Radio has some fundraising of it's own as it is gearing up for its Spring Radiothon, June 19th - 23rd, 2025.

We'll need more than a few hands of support as we turn to the BEST Radio audience for their generosity.

The monies raised by WJMJ provides the funding that allows 88.9 to continue our mission on-air for 6 months.

Together, we'll continue to have a great time on 88.9, WJMJ........Catholic Radio, Where Faith Meets Life !!

06/08/2025

Over the Memorial Day weekend, spent an enjoyable afternoon at the Real Arts Ways in Hartford, CT

Founded in 1975, Real Arts Ways calls itself, "an independent cinema and alternative multidisciplinary arts organization in Hartford, CT that presents and supports contemporary artists and independent film."

There we saw, "The President's Wife", starring legendary French actress, Catherine Denevue.

Wikipedia says of Deneuve, "She is considered one of the greatest European actresses on film. In 2020, The New York Times ranked her as one of the greatest actors of the 21st century."

In this subtitled, biopic film, Deneuve plays Bernadette Chirac, French politician and 1st lady of then president Jacques Chirac who served from 1995 to 2007.

Mrs. Chirac, more like American 1st ladies, Jackie or Hillary than Moronica, the film follows the neglected Bernadette as she uses her political savvy to put herself front and center in the eyes of the French people while her husband, at times, makes "poor" political and moral choices. Sound familiar?!?

Seeing this film with Denevue brought me back many years ago to my elementary school where we were all shown, "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg" starring a then 20 year old Catherine Deneuve.

This 1964 musical romantic drama told the story of two young lovers in the French city of Cherbourg with all the dialogue being sung, not spoken.,

Fast foward all these many years later and one who sees both films will understand the beauty and talent this continues to be Catherine Deneuve.

I give "The President's Wife" four berets 🧢🧢🧢🧢

I hope you'll join me, Larry Dasilva on Sunday, June 8th, from Noon - 2 pm DST, for news, weather and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ.

For those across the U.S. and overseas, please join me online at Tunein. com. Key Word: WJMJ or @ WJMJ. org.

My thanks to my station family @ WJMJ and you, most of all, the listeners !!

Remember, WJMJ Radio is gearing up for its Spring Radiothon, June 19th - 23rd, 2025.

We'll need more than a few hands of support as we turn to the BEST Radio audience for their generosity.

The monies raised provides the funding that allows 88.9 to continue our mission on-air for 6 months.

Together, we'll continue to have a great time on 88.9, WJMJ........Catholic Radio, Where Faith Meets Life !!

Long the woman-behind-the-man, Bernadette Chirac (Catherine Deneuve) arrives at the presidential Elysée Palace in 1995 frustrated and all but cast off by her...

06/04/2025

Remembering film/television actress/dancer and author, Teri Garr, (1944 – 2024), who passed away on October 29th, in Los Angeles, CA, from complications of multiple sclerosis.

Evolving from a dancer, (she dancer in 9 Elvis films), Garr transitioned to an actress in both film and television in a career that spanned over 5 decades.

Twelve interesting facts on Teri Garr that you may not have known:

1)Studied acting at the Lee Strasberg Institute in NYC.

2)Appeared on the original "Star Trek", (1968) and "Batman", (1966).

3)Was a go-go dancer in the film, "Pajama Party" and "The TAMI Show" concert film.

4)Danced on "Hullabaloo", "Shivaree:, and "Shindig" TV programs.

5)Worked with "The Monkees" in their 1968 film, "Head".

6)A 1982 Oscar Best Supporting Actress nomination for the film, "Tootsie".

7)Recurring cast mmber in the 1970's in "McCloud", "The Ken Berry WOW Show", and "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour" while already acting in films.

8)Hosted "Saturday Night Live" 3 times - 1980, 83', and 85'.

9)Appeared over 40 times on "The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson".

10)Teri Garr worked with well known and legendary film directors that included: George Sidney, Howard Hawks, Bob Rafelson, Francis Ford Coppola, Mel Brooks, Michael Winner, Carl Reiner, Steven Spielberg, John Schlesinger, Sydney Pollack, Robert Altman, Peter Farrelly, Nora Ephron, Michael Ritchie, and Paul Feig.

11)Played 'Phoebe's' mother on "Friends", (1997 - 1998).

12)Appeared well over 30 times on David Letterman's NBC/CBS late night programs.

"Teri Garr’s many appearances on Late Night gave it a cachet and importance not possible without her. She was a first class actor and comedian and a lovely human being. A bright star and a real friend to the show. I was lucky to know her. She elevated all, and I’m sad she is gone." - David Letterman

To those of us who have followed Teri Garr during the past 60 plus years, her passing has reminded so many people of many memories from times that seem not so long ago.

Thanks for your voice, dancing, acting, activism, humor, knowledge, wit, class, smile. memorable performances and memories you give us all Teri Garr !!

I hope you'll join me, Larry Dasilva, on the radio for our regular Sunday 'Lunch Brunch', from Noon - 2 pm, DST, for news, weather and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ.

For those across the U.S. and overseas, please join me online at WJMJ .org or at Tunein. com. , Key Word: WJMJ.

05/29/2025

One of my fav 1970's - 80's outfits that still tours today.

Have yet to see them, but workin' on it....lol

Something about this haunting song has always knocked me out and now with the animated video from 1984 that I had not seen before, it's a complete package!!

"Don't Answer Me" is the song's name, I welcome all comments on what you think of the song & video !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hope you'll join me, Larry Dasilva on Sunday, June 1st, from Noon - 2 pm DST, for news, weather and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ.

For those across the U.S. and overseas, please join me online at Tunein. com. Key Word: WJMJ or @ WJMJ. org.

My thanks to my station family @ WJMJ and you, most of all, the listeners !!

Remember, WJMJ Radio is gearing up for its Spring Radiothon, June 19th - 23rd, 2025.

We'll need more than a few hands of support as we turn to the BEST Radio audience for their generosity.

The monies raised provides the funding that allows 88.9 to continue our mission on-air for 6 months.

Together, we'll continue to have a great time on 88.9, WJMJ........Catholic Radio, Where Faith Meets Life !!

Official HD Video for "Don't Answer Me" The Alan Parsons Project`Don't Answer Me' was the first single from `Ammonia Avenue' - a 1984 studio album by The Ala...

05/24/2025

Kicking off this un-official start of the Summer season !

Are you making vacation travel plans for the season yet??

We're looking forward to returning to The "Cape of Cod", as MASH devotees would get the reference.

Whether it's Irish music and food, Italian pizza and pasta, on-site made Salt Water Taffy and the meeting up of friends who are like family, a good time will be had for sure !

A happy Memorial Day weekend to all our friends, viewers, listeners and those men and women, past and present, who are serving or have served in the military protecting our freedons !!

I hope you'll join me, Larry Dasilva on Sunday, May 25th, from Noon - 2 pm DST, for news, weather and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ.

For those across the U.S. and overseas, please join me online at Tunein. com. Key Word: WJMJ or @ WJMJ. org.

My thanks to my station family @ WJMJ and you, most of all, the listeners !!

Remember, WJMJ Radio is gearing up for its Spring Radiothon, June 19th - 23rd, 2025.

We'll need more than a few hands of support as we turn to the BEST Radio audience for their generosity.

The monies raised provides the funding that allows 88.9 to continue our mission on-air for 6 months.
Together, we'll continue to have a great time on 88.9, WJMJ........Catholic Radio, Where Faith Meets Life !!

05/17/2025

The Who has announced their "The Song Is Over" - 2025 North American Tour hitting a location in the U.S., perhaps near you.

You know what that means.....roadtrip time !!!!!

Funny thing, when I was in college, being more of an AM radio kid, I didn't gravitate to The Who as much as i did to the Beatles or the Stones.

Ahhh, with age comes wisedom I guess....lol.

Perhaps we'll see you on the road in 2025....You better, you bet !!!!

I hope you'll join me, Larry Dasilva, on the radio for our regular Sunday 'Lunch Brunch', from Noon - 2 pm, EDT, for news, weather and great mix of music on 88.9, WJMJ.

For those across the U.S. and overseas, please join me online at WJMJ .org or at Tunein. com. , Key Word: WJMJ.

Here's a snippet of a 2024 Roger Daltrey concert at Tanglewood, Lenox, Mass.

Hope you enjoy !!!