08/18/25: Finally! Still not gonna post a sad photo of me with my foot elevated in a post-op “shoe”; suffice it to say, life hasn’t cooperated with my plans this month. However, August’s 39er fun has arrived! What’s left of it … sigh. It is still worth a full article of 39er Zodiac star gazing, monthly special days, and a few life perspectives. Let’s get to it …
֎ Celebrating AUGUST 39ers ~ And More!
Happy UN-Birthday August 39ers! ♪ And many more… ♪ May your
future be as bright as the Summer sun. Let’s party!
We’re wrapping up our 2025 Endless Summer with more fun in the sun (even if you never go outside!) and late, but still viable entertainment for all 39ers. But first, for our August UN-birthday partiers …
August’s 39er Stars of the Sky
On the 23rd, we spin into Virgo’s efficiency sign to find them empowered over expenses and keeping a watchful eye on their cash flow. They’re very good at maintaining a healthy financial stream. Once they’re convinced all is good, they’ll turn to finishing up a health issue and with the New Moon in their sign (23rd), make time to settle relationships. Be there for them.
Need to buy an UN-birthday gift for your Leo or Virgo fabulous friend? Befitting their fiery red and gold nature, anything regal will do for the King of the Jungle. Just the opposite, earthy Virgo looks great in any shade of green or golden-brown. Or with the August verdant green peridot gemstone set in gold, you can’t go wrong for both signs.
And generally speaking, that New Moon in Virgo also signals to all of us, a time for giving somewhat serious thought to somber September and all the trappings of Fall. Oh, not that Fall can’t be fun! You know we’ll make it so. It’s just back to school, back to work … with daydreaming moments of our memorable Endless Summer.
♪ August’s
Vintage Song of Note ♪
Highest
on the chart at #11 and still rising at KNDE, is the Carpenters’ “Solitaire.” The
centuries-old card game soothed the tortured soul of Philip Cody, who penned
the cathartic lyrics in reference to his
recent divorce. Neil Sedaka, a fan of
Chopin, integrated his musical art into the ballad’s composition. That’s a
heavy-thinking burden to load up on a song!
But Karen Carpenter’s smooth
delivery is a perfect complement and made it a 1975 hit for her and her brother.
Since, it’s been recorded by more than 90 artists. ♪ … While life goes on around him everywhere | He's
playing solitaire … ♪ Hmmm, I do
that just for life in general!
On
the other hand, prolific and versatile singer/songwriter, Barry
Manilow,
manifested “Could It Be
Magic”
just starting up the chart at #27. Manilow admits he began the tune, inspired
by Chopin’s
Prelude Op. 28, No. 20 he’d been playing on the piano. In fact, it’s incorporated
note-by-note in his tune. But I’m not sure how Chopin would react to it!
Throughout the song, and in adding
the lyrics, Manilow built on a crescendo from start to finish … and as
everything in ‘70s music pertained to sex, drugs, and/or Rock & Roll … he
purposely ended it with a climax that even he called a “musical orgasm.” At
least, that’s how he hoped listeners felt. And this is the only part of the
lyrics I felt could be used in a “family” article 😊 ♪ … Now, now, oh now, now oh now and hold on fast | Could
this be the magic at last … ♪
Whether you’re playing solitaire in your alone time, or conjuring spells while you meditate on your future, hope you enjoyed our dynamic-duo of ‘70s songs ... read more tuneful vintage tidbits to manifest your memories and/or meet the iconic music that keeps the Rock Rockin’ from 50 Years Ago this Month!
֎ More AUGUST Fun for Everyone
SO
much fun for your Inner Child this month! It is, after all, the final official
month of Summer, and we’ll help you enjoy every minute, or even make it an Endless
Summer …
But if all that “Captain Jack Sparrow” stuff (ya know, the Pirates of the Caribbean cad) isn’t for you, have a sit-down with yourself to contemplate, What Will Be Your Legacy Month. Though no longer with an official sponsor, 39AHC has it covered for you! The special link is to our Boomer Legacy page, where you will find gentle nudging and helpful tips to write your “Living Legacy.” We all have a story—some may be more exciting than others, but they (we) are all important. Start now. Record your legacy.
Early August special days I missed, but hopefully you didn’t:
Week of August 1st ~ 7th: What?! I missed International Clown Week? Stupid toe. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, it’s an official designation, as quoted from the dry and decidedly not funny, link on Wiki. Re: National Clown Week: “On October 8, 1970, Public Law 91-443 under the 91st Congress, JJR 26 was passed by both the House and Senate and was sent to President Richard Nixon for his signature. The joint resolution was signed into law by President Nixon on August 2, 1971.” Surely, there is a more fun way to celebrate clowns.
So let’s move now, into the latter half of August to wind up our Endless Summer …
a build-up to World Photography Day on the 19th and time to post your pics on any social media with #WorldPhotographyWeek2025 (and more) and they’ll post the most-liked pics on their site. See their info for details!
Saturday ~ August 23rd: Rhymes with Find Your Inner Nerd Day. The perfect day for you if your 39er Inner Child is a nerd! The sponsor founded the day and tagged herself as Your Nerdy Best Friend. Go check it out and enjoy wallowing in all the tech stuff she can teach you!
Wednesday ~ August 27th: This may be my new favorite day! It’s as inane as they come and everyone can return to their childhood memories on World Rock Scissors Paper Day! I kid you not! It’s a real day … and … it has moved out of childhood game play to professional—and joyful—friendly competition status. Check it out. It isn’t just for 39ers, and if nothing else, it’s a fun excuse for dodging work.
When life feels boring and tedious, remember your best Endless Summer and bask in its sunshine with your Inner Child. ~ L. Rochelle
Happy
UN-Birthday 39ers ~ AUGUST 2025 ~ Better Late than Never!
This one’s for you, kids – Linda, Jim,
Stephanie, and Tanya!
Flaunt your 39er ATT-i-tude 39 & Holding Gifts!
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LinDee Rochelle is a writer and editor by trade, and author by way of Rock & Roll. She has published two books (of three) in her Blast from Your Past series, available on Amazon: Book 1 (currently eBook only, until updated) – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The First Five Years 1954-1959; and Book 2 (eBook, print & color!) – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The Swinging Sixties. Coming soon (eventually) … The Psychedelic Seventies!
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