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  1. MeanDean

    On That Note: Your Friends, They Treat You Like A Guest

    As we head into the summer travel season today's OTN theme will be loosely based on that. This week we are looking for songs with titles and/or lyrics containing any form of the words: Visit, Visitor, Guest or Host/Hostess. Last week's OTN was on the topic of Trouble, and can be found here...
  2. MeanDean

    Friday OT: The Name Game

    I ran this idea by Angie; she is unavailable to post at this time, so asked me to do so. If you had the chance to, or were forced to, what new user name would you pick for CF? I'll post my answer after some others respond.
  3. MeanDean

    On That Note: (Summer Means) Fun

    This week, as we transition from the end of the school year, fun becomes the objective. So we're looking for songs with titles and/or lyrics containing the word FUN. Since there are so many fun (Ha ha) choices. and we've already used funny in a previous OTN, funny is not acceptable for this...
  4. MeanDean

    On That Note: Tear Out the Pages

    This week at On That Note we're looking for parts of a book. That can be either the physical parts, like: Cover, Page, Jacket, Spine or Binding. Also accepted are content nouns, such as: Chapter, Index, Illustration, Foreward or Dedication. NOT ACCEPTED: The word “book” itself. Last week's...
  5. MeanDean

    On That Note: And Who Are the Trusted?

    After this much time and success we have learned to trust coach TJ and his staff. This week, in celebration of TJ and crew reeling in all 5 Portal targets we are looking for song titles/lyrics containing the word "Trust." We are accepting variations of the word to include; trusted, trusting...
  6. MeanDean

    On That Note: Take Me Back to Chicago

    Welcome to another On That Note, brought to you weekly from @cyclones500, @CycloneRulzzz and me. We're looking ahead to Iowa State’s Sweet 16 game vs. University of Tennessee Volunteers in Chicago on Friday night. Based on that theme, we're exploring songs with titles/lyrics of "Chicago,"...
  7. MeanDean

    On That Note: Nothing Up My Sleeve

    This week, we are looking for songs with titles/lyrics containing specific parts of a shirt. Things like: collar, sleeve, tail, button, pocket or cuff. We already did a topic that included the word "shirt," so do not post those songs (unless they also happen to contain the key specific terms)...
  8. MeanDean

    On That Note: (You're My Soul and) INSPIRATION

    This week's OTN participant mission is to post songs that have a documented story as to what inspired the composition. Or even just a line or two of the song. (Inspirations for the title alone are also allowed.) Please post both the song and the story behind it. Your host for OTN are...
  9. MeanDean

    Air Purifiers - Who Has What? Do They Work?

    I personally never put much stock into that since I have few to no allergies. But a close family friend is coming to visit who has allergies to whatever. Seems like a sneezing fit will break out at random. Sometimes it's blamed on air conditioning, sometimes the A/C hasn't been on for days...
  10. MeanDean

    On That Note: Custom Kitchen Deliveries

    This week for On That Note we are looking for songs with titles or lyrics containing the specific names of kitchen appliances. This includes both major appliances (i.e. Stove, Dishwasher, Refrigerator) and countertop appliances such as Toaster, Blender, Percolator etc. Slang or shortened...
  11. MeanDean

    On That Note: Now Your Calendar's Complete

    As we prepare for a new year, this week we're looking for songs with titles or lyrics containing the word "Calendar." Also accepted are "Page" and "Month" - the word month - specific months are not permitted. Last week's OTN was on the topic Receive. It can be found here...
  12. MeanDean

    On That Note: Jimmy Rogers

    This week, with a nod to our new football coach, we're looking for songs with artists, titles or lyrics that contain the names, Jimmy or Rogers. Either first or last names will count. Variations, including James, Jim, Jimmie; Roger or Rodgers are also acceptable. In addition, we will accept...
  13. MeanDean

    Born to be... MeanDean

    Since I had a notable birthday this week I thought a good topic would be, songs with the word "Born" in the title or lyrics. Last week's OTN was on the topic Satisfaction. It can be found here: https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/threads/on-that-note-satisfaction.295439/ Your weekly hosts for...
  14. MeanDean

    On That Note: Beach Baby

    I have been traveling for a week but have finally arrived at my winter digs here in Florida. Feeling particularly inspired by the sights, sounds and smells of the ocean I am picking a related topic for this week. We are looking for songs with titles and/or lyrics containing one or more of the...
  15. MeanDean

    On That Note: A Bar Song

    After the disappointing loss to Cincy, this week, we're looking to drown our sorrows. We will be quoting from songs with titles or lyrics that include the words - Tavern, Saloon, Bar, or other words/phrases that specifically refer to a public drinking establishment. The following “Bar”...
  16. MeanDean

    Mrs Bucket (Patricia Routledge) Passes at 96

    https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/news/patricia-routledge-beloved-british-keeping-up-appearances-star-dies-at-96-reports/ar-AA1NOfbq Famed British television actress Patricia Routledge had reportedly died at 96. Best known for playing Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced "bouquet") on BBC's...
  17. MeanDean

    On That Note: The Changing of Sunlight to Moonlight

    For this week's On That Note we're looking for songs with titles or lyrics containing any (or all) of these three words: Sunlight, Moonlight, or Starlight. Last week the topic was Origin Story. It can be found here: https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/threads/on-that-note-origin-story.294143/...
  18. MeanDean

    On That Note: That Smell

    This week, we're looking for song titles or lyrics containing the word "smell." Also accepting synonyms such as odor, stench, stink, fragrance. Your hosts for OTN are @cyclones500, @CycloneRulzzz and me. Last week's OTN was Got Live If You Want It. It can be found here...
  19. MeanDean

    On That Note: (Don't) Touch That Dial

    This week for On That Note, we're pulling a switcheroo. Instead of posting songs you like, post songs that make you jump to change the station or mute a broadcast. Preferably, choose songs that you just dislike on their merit. Avoid songs that you consider good, but have been overplayed thus...
  20. MeanDean

    Need Info/Guidance on Prepaid Funeral Plans

    Not a fun topic, but... As I prepare to enter my 8th decade on this planet I need to get this taken care of. I have my plot and my will/trust done. I don't really know how it works. I don't want to walk into a Funeral Home knowing nothing. Any dos and don'ts or pitfalls to watch for. Or...