As I See-Saw It Archive: July 2012

Ernest Borgnine: His career spanned 'McHale's Navy' to Oscar winning 'Marty'

This week's tribute turns to Ernest Borgnine. Or, as he would be quick to say, "Call me Ernie." Published July 28 2012
Three great actors gone: A reminiscence of Andy Griffith, Ernest Borgnine, and Celeste Holm

This month, we lost three top-quality actors and human beings. Published July 20 2012
Natalie Wood: A fond memory of the actress still lingers

Thirty years after the death of Natalie Wood, her death by drowning is no longer classified as accidental but “undetermined,” sparking a memory for the writer of her own connection to the actress. Published July 12 2012
The Washington Nationals, Bryce Harper and All Star Games

What is the only day of the year when no game of any professional sport takes place in the United States? Published July 8 2012
4th of July salute to Irving Berlin's "This Is the Army," celebrating the American soldier

Trombonist Seymour Greene reminisces about performing in the show with First Lieutenant Ronald Reagan. Published July 3 2012

Vance Garnett is an eclectic observer of life, politics and sports.

Sightseers' Delight

Consummate traveler Todd DeFeo explores the unique stories that make destinations worth going to.
- Atheists to place literature in Georgia parks
  A New Jersey-based atheist group says it is planning to place its literature alongside Bibles in rooms at Georgia state parks
- Georgia governor orders Bibles returned to state parks
  The Georgia governor ordered the return of Bibles to cabins and lodge rooms at Georgia state parks
- Texas city turning ‘Ruth Paine house’ into JFK-related museum
  The city of Irving, Texas, is turning a small ranch house into a JFK-related museum in advance of the assassination's 50th anniversary.
- From Oswald to Tsarnaev where do you bury the infamous
  The question of where to bury a Boston bomber is reminiscent of one asked nearly 50 years ago
A-List on Americanism

Looking at pop culture, politics and social issues.
Benghazi: Discussed and Disclosed

A collection of communities writers columns on Benghazi
What in the World

In a world that is increasingly complex, we need to seek greater awareness of the blending of cultures and America's changing role in a global community.
Behind the Wheel

A look at what’s new and what’s worth driving, no matter the budget.
Changing World of Health and Health Care

Finding health and health care is not easy. It is changing. Know what's on the rise.

Ernest Borgnine: His career spanned 'McHale's Navy' to Oscar winning 'Marty'