The Pinup Is Back

COMBAT BOOTS TO HEELS

Hittin' a Bump

Laugh Out Loud

The term Pinup became an attested to usage in the English language in 1941; from there it ran amok throughout World War Two, and has not slowed down since. Famous actresses, models, and celebrities of various sorts have carried the name, but the style is not limited to big name celebrities. Just like the girl-next-door that most troops envision, the pinup is a vision from back home, and from perceptions … real or not, perceptions are reality. Used as a moral booster the somewhat sexist imagery is tolerated even in these times of Political Correctness. Troop lockers around the world have had pinup images posted in them since Pearl Harbor, and tonight is retro night.

Not only is the pinup that you see here a wonderful image, but the model is one of you. She is a reservist in the Marines, and wanted to do something for you all over there. Kristen worked outdoors in the blistering cold, in below freezing temperatures, and did so for a long time to bring you her retro-WWII-pinup look. I shot her as snowflakes were still falling. She is wearing a Navy look as she cannot wear official uniforms, especially Jarhead outfits for obvious reasons. She is doing this not as a Marine, but as a private model that wants to do something even if it is small to help some of you keep your head up; maybe even crack a gut busting smile. She is one tough Marine working in such conditions in summer attire. I give you Kristen, she is one of you, and she may be putting it all on the line one day, as you are now. If you require a locker size poster, please leave a comment in the comment box (at the bottom of each column) with an APO address. I will get you one.

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Another local woman does well!

Franklin Regional High graduate Julie Benz is the female lead in the new Rambo movie just released last Friday, titled “Rambo.” She has been an ice skater since age 3, but an injury at 13 sent her to the tryouts for a local play. She got the part, and has not stopped since. I viewed Rambo at the theatre and she is a wonderful actor, and as far as my personal opinion goes, I believe that she carried the movie. Well Done Julie!

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The newly revised Boyce Ski Park has finally opened after a couple of years of down time. They added a new tubing hill, and improved the beginner ski hill, and the main ski slopes to include lift upgrades. The other two hills have the new ‘Magic Carpet Ride’ which carries standing folks back up on top to start their very fast decent which is lead by the screeching sounds of kids having a ball; as you can see in a few images here in this week’s column.

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Next week is Groundhog Day. So remember to look for the little Rat’s forecast right here. Phil and I are good buddies on a first name basis. Last year we had a serious talk about if his forecasts were fixed, or fairly given without coercion. He assured me that it was of his own free will that he spoke with such authority.

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Keep your head down,

Henry Hill, Plum Pennsylvania