Steve Eighinger
Ahhh, the 1970s represent a great decade for musical memories … You’re allowed to sing out loud while looking over today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 187 of the Daily Dirt. 1. For me, the decade that produced the largest amount of memorable one-hit wonders when it came to chart-topping songs was the 1970s.There…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Jan. 17, 2022 I never thought the word “commando” would ever make it into the Daily Dirt, but it’s a new era, or so publishing czar J. Robert Gough tells me. That said, here are the three thoughts that make up Vol. 185 of the Daily Dirt. 1. Here’s three more strange…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Jan. 14, 2022 If you feel like arguing the baseball portion of today’s post, feel free … Sit back, relax and join me in today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 183 of the Daily Dirt. 1. I’ve often played the mental game of “does he or doesn’t he” wear a toupee…
Read Full Article Quincy has given birth to a new restaurant … That and more in today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 182 of the Daily Dirt. 1. The Little Woman and I made a weekend pit stop at Quincy’s newest eatery, Lucky Dogs, positioned at 1800 State in the former Elder’s restaurant building. What a tremendous…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Jan. 8, 2022 As a certified doctor of love, I fully understand how important that initial pickup is … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 180 of the Daily Dirt. 1. First of all, I’m glad I have been married for a long time, but I still remember those…
Read Full Article It’s New Year’s Eve, folks. Be careful out there … welcome to today’s three thoughts in Vol. 174 of the Daily Dirt. 1. OK, Christmas and all the goodies that accompany it have come and gone. New Year’s and some more serious eating is almost upon us, but soon these brutal holidays — in terms…
Read Full Article At least once a year — usually in December — I get into a discussion with someone about “the only good Christmas songs” are the old ones. That’s akin to saying the only good baseball players were the ones from Ty Cobb’s era. No, no. no. Today’s baseball players are much better than those in…
Read Full Article A day that includes a trip to Walmart is a day well-lived … welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 164 of the Daily Dirt. 1. I love going to Walmart. Absolutely love it. I love all the stuff, plus the “interesting” people. My wife and children are just the opposite. They don’t…
Read Full Article There’s no question too tough for Stevie Love … welcome to Vol. 163 of the Daily Dirt. Ho! Ho! Ho! Look who’s back! It’s Love. Stevie Love. For 14 years, the potentate of passion, the emperor of embrace and the rajah of romance has been close at hand to better help you navigate the aches…
Read Full Article Today we start off with a hint of what it is like in a day in the life of Steve … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 161 of the Daily Dirt. 1.The aging process certainly has its perks — retirement, anyone?! — but there are definitely some drawbacks, too. I recently…
Read Full Article Dec. 15, 2021 Gunfighter, secret agents, zombies — sometimes they’re all better the second time around … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 158 of the Daily Dirt. 1. A few nights ago I got sucked in into the 2016 remake of “The Magnificent Seven”. I hadn’t watched it in a couple…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Dec. 13, 2021 When it comes to burgers, gimme a hunka, hunka burnin’ love … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 156 of the Daily Dirt. 1. We all love a good burger. Normally, I like mine plain, but on occasion I can go crazy and add cheese, lettuce…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Dec. 10, 2021 Today, I truly appreciate working for the likes of one J. Robert Gough. I think you’ll realize why in a few paragraphs … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 153 of the Daily Dirt. 1. It’s time for another chapter of the worst jobs in history.…
Read Full Article Together, let’s raise a glass of Classic Coke — with plenty of ice, of course — to the memory of Richard Anthony Allen … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 152 of the Daily Dirt. 1. It was a year ago this week when slugger Richie “Call Me Dick” Allen died. He…
Read Full Article PUBLISHER’S NOTE: Today is Steve’s birthday. MRN will be taking him to lunch at Tiramisu so he can have his Ravioli Salsa Rosa. And before you ask, yes, he’s older than…dirt. JRG Today, we tip our hat to the memory of “Coach” … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 151 of the…
Read Full Article Now we can (finally) sit back and relax. College football’s regular season and championship weekend are little more than dust in the Kansas wind. The final four is made up of the teams that should be there, which occupies the first of today’s three thoughts … welcome to Vol. 149 of the Daily Dirt. 1.…
Read Full Article It’s hard to say what I dislike more — gravy, salad dressing or mayonnaise … welcome to Vol. 142 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. If I had my way on this Monday in November … McDonald’s would reopen to inside dining immediately. I am so tired of eating those big breakfasts…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Nov. 7, 2021 We’ve been together now for four months, and may I say it’s a pleasure to share three thoughts with you each day through the Daily Dirt. Welcome to Vol. 120. 1. Let’s have a good-natured discussion. i think you’ll enjoy it, especially those of you who feel the 1960s…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Nov. 5, 2021 The weekend is near, and so is Vol. 118 of the Daily Dirt. Welcome to today’s three thoughts. Enjoy. 1. The weekend equates to a time when we ideally relax and enjoy the things that we often don’t have time for in a normal Monday-through-Friday grind. Movies are an…
Read Full Article Who knew that Lady Gaga was not her real name? Find out what her real name is — and much more — during today’s three thoughts in Vol. 109 of the Daily Dirt. 1. Just in case you didn’t realize, the names we know most of our favorite celebrities by are not their actual monikers.…
Read Full Article I once tried to “air up” the two front tires on the car I was driving at a particular point in my life. After I had done that, the car ultimately crashed into a tree. I later found I had more than 100 pounds of pressure in each of the front tires. No wonder it…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Oct. 17, 2021The times, they are a changing. That’s what Bob Dylan once told us. And Bob is still correct, as you’ll see in today’s three thoughts for Vol. 99 of the Daily Dirt: 1. The next time you are sitting in your favorite recliner — with a beverage close at hand, of…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Oct. 11, 2021 Hopefully, Vol. 93 of the Daily Dirt will answer some questions for our valued readers. Sit back, relax and enjoy today’s three thoughts: 1. I’m not a big fan of chaos.I prefer my life to be rather orderly and predictable. For the most part, I like to regularly request the…
Read Full Article For starters, my opening list of the most annoying celebrities could have easily been expanded from 10 to 100, but let’s start with today’s names. I’m sure it is a subject we will revisit. In the emantime, welcome to Vol. 89 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts: 1. I’ve reached the point of…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Oct. 6, 2021We’re getting closer to to Vol. 100 of the Daily Dirt. I hear Muddy River News Publisher J. Robert Gough is considering some sort of parade. We’ll just have to wait and see. In the meantime, welcome to Vol. 88 and three more thoughts: 1. We’re also moving closer to the…
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