Not Ready for Granny Panties – Page 125 – Women at Play in the Middle Ages

The 54th Annual Grammy Awards

By: Mary Fran BontempoI’ll admit it: Watching the Grammy Awards makes me feel old.About a million years ago, I knew most of the performers being recognized for their work in music. Their names were recognizable, the songs, sing-able.Now, not so much.With foul-mouthed “artists” (Isn’t it interesting that world-class singers like Frank Sinatra were simply called “crooners” while invective slinging rappers like Eminem are called “artists”? But I digress….) like Nicki Minaj, and songs [...]

Mary Fran Bontempo2018-10-30T09:52:30-04:00February 10th, 2012|0 Comments

NRFGP Visits Shane Confectionery in Philadelphia

No person should have to live without love or chocolate. A holiday that celebrates both deserves a little attention! Join NRFGP as we visit the venerable Shane Confectionery in Olde City Philadelphia for a sweet Valentine's Day treat. A trip to the newly renovated shop, operating as Shane Candies since 1911, is truly a unique experience, as well as a step back in time.SHANE CONFECTIONERYConfectioners on Premise since 1863Shane Candy Co. ~ Store [...]

Mary Fran Bontempo2018-10-30T09:52:32-04:00February 9th, 2012|0 Comments

Gisele & the Super Model Slug Fest

by Chrysa SmithIt's so easy to hate a super model. There. I said it. I mean, come on, perfect hair and skin. A tall, lanky body. Half of humankind wanting you. The other half wishing they had your good fortune for just a wee while.'She's going down,' is what so many of us subconsciouly wait to hear. Let's be honest. A few extra pounds, a few wrinkles, a few years; those are all [...]

Mary Fran Bontempo2018-10-30T09:52:33-04:00February 8th, 2012|1 Comment

Madonna "Vogues" Her Way into the Old Rockers Hall of Fame

By: Mary Fran BontempoTo hear an audio version of this post, click the play arrow below.What in the world was that?During Sunday's Super Bowl halftime show, viewers were treated to yet another installment of “Yes, I'm way too old for this, but because I am a delusional rock star, I will now prance around, act foolish and lip sync my way through my former hit songs while you all pay me homage and [...]

Mary Fran Bontempo2018-10-30T09:52:34-04:00February 7th, 2012|0 Comments

Laughing @ Middle Age, a Super Bowl Cartoon by Pat Achilles

Send this chuckle to a friend by forwarding them our link: notreadyforgrannypanties.com .

Mary Fran Bontempo2018-10-30T09:52:35-04:00February 6th, 2012|1 Comment

Superbowl Commercial–Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Do you remember Matthew Broderick's star turn in the hilarious teen movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off? Check out this sneak peak of one of today's Super Bowl commercials spoofing the film. Full of references to the original and great fun! Enjoy!--Mary Fran

Mary Fran Bontempo2012-02-05T10:00:00-05:00February 5th, 2012|0 Comments

BEN FM Radio Interview with Mary Fran Bontempo and Joey Fortman

Click the links below to hear Real Mom Radio and BEN FM's Joey Fortman as she talks to Mary Fran Bontempo about her new NRFGP book (link one), writing, mothering and the NRFGP blog (links one and two)!(Click the play arrow on the BEN FM site to start audio.)The NRFGP Book Interview--here!http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/real-mom-radio/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10450517Interview--Part 1http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/real-mom-radio/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10345297Interview--Part 2http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/real-mom-radio/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10345299

Mary Fran Bontempo2018-10-30T09:52:36-04:00February 4th, 2012|0 Comments