Saturday 9: Black Velvet

Sam’s Saturday 9: Black Velvet (1989)

On Saturdays I take a break from the heavy stuff and have some fun…

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

1) This song was chosen because yesterday was Black Friday, the traditional day of sales. Have you begun your Christmas shopping?

Ha! I wait until a couple of days before Christmas and then buy what’s left on the selves and make sure   they have a good return policy.

2)  Was there an adult beverage served with your Thanksgiving feast?

Yes, wine.

3) Did any pets enjoy scraps from your Thanksgiving table?

No pets.

4) Are there any Thanksgiving leftovers in your refrigerator right now?

Yes, the Dutch Apple pie. When I was getting apple cider and apple donuts from a local orchard they had homemade apples pie out so I grabbed one. I only cooked a Turkey Breast Tenderloin and stuffing.

5) Football is a popular Thanksgiving weekend pastime. Will you be watching any games over the next few days? If yes, which team(s) are you rooting for?

Bah humbug… you can have your sports, I will pass.

6) This week's song is by Canadian Alannah Myles. She was born Alannah Byles (with a B), but changed her name to differentiate herself from her father. He was influential in Canadian broadcasting and she didn't want to be accused of riding his coattails. Have you ever received a professional leg up from a relative?

Nope. My relatives are scattered to the four winds.

7) In Canada, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October. Instead of pumpkin pie, Canadians traditionally enjoy butter tarts for dessert. What dessert was on your Thanksgiving menu?

Dutch Apple pie.

8) "Black Velvet" is a tribute to Elvis. Songwriter Christopher Ward said he was inspired by a trip to Memphis, long after Elvis' death, where he spoke to The King's fans and was touched by how much they still loved their favorite singer. Who is your favorite singer?

Oh, there are some many great singers out there it is so hard to pick one, but near the top of the list is Linda Ronstadt.

9) Share a memory from Thanksgiving 2020.

A family Zoom.

Thanks so much for joining us again at Saturday: 9. As always, feel free to come back, see who has participated and comment on their posts. In fact sometimes, if you want to read & comment on everyone's responses, you might want to check back again tomorrow. But it is not a rule. We haven’t any rules here. Join us on next Saturday for another version of Saturday: 9, "Just A Silly Meme on a Saturday!" Enjoy your weekend!