Friday, May 10, 2013

The Urban Hounds Celebrate Fred Astaire's 114th Birthday

 Today we are participating in Sugar's see beautiful blog hop.   For mom old movies, particularly from the 1930s, are a think of beauty.



Did you know today May 10th is Fred Astaire's Birthday?

Weasley didn't and its an  important day around here.

Weasley: "Who the heck is this Fred Astaire?"

 
Norbert: "Fred Astaire is mom's favorite movie star.  He made 41 films, ten with his most famous partner Ginger Rogers.  These statues show Fred and Ginger from the film the Barkely's of Broadway."

 Tubby: "She has his autobiography Steps in Time and I know she had read it more then once." (Mom note: If you are for some reason interested the newer book The Astaires: Fred and Adele  is also really interesting, its all about Fred's early career and relationship with his dancing partner sister .)

Ping: "And of course mom has all the DVDs of his best films, and we will be watching them tonight!"
(Mom Note: Bulldog brother Bob did not participate in the Fred Astaire history lesson because he is not trusted with the figurines, he is a bit like a bull in a china shop, pun intended.)

In conclusion our favorite Fred dance from Top Hat

 Now if only Fred had been waiting around with an umbrella on Wednesday, during this beautiful rainstorm:




Enjoy your day, rain or shine!
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23 comments:

  1. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 3:33 AM

    I would have never watched this if it hadn't been for you! Thanks soooo much! I loved that video and will be looking for that movie to watch with my Dad this weekend! Don't they just look like they're having a blast too!?!

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  2. MollieMay 10, 2013 at 4:35 AM

    I use to watch Fred and Ginger with my Nan, brought back lots of happy memories :) xx00xx

    Mollie and Alfie

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  3. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 5:36 AM

    Fred and Ginger brought a lot of beauty to millions of people - perfect on See Beautiful Friday!

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  4. What Remains NowMay 10, 2013 at 6:01 AM

    114! Hard to believe. I first remember watching Fred Astaire in the 60's and 70's on many variety shows. I hope that one day you and hubby get to go on a TCM Classics Cruise. You would be in seventh heaven.

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  5. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 6:25 AM

    We love Fred and Ginger and we agree the thirties was a period of great beauty. Have a beautiful Friday.
    Best wishes Molly

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  6. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 6:31 AM

    Well, it was simply fate that today was the See Beautiful blog hop! I call my sister Lindsay, Fred Astaire (long story), so this has completely transformed my day. Can't wait to go get "fred" a little birthday gift. ;) Thank you for seeing beautiful with us.

    Lydia @ See Beautiful

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  7. ReubenMay 10, 2013 at 6:49 AM

    Happy birthday, Mr. Fred! A bulldog in a china shop.... BOL! I would totally try to chew on them.

    love,
    Reuben

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  8. GOOSEMay 10, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Fred Who? hahhha no I know who he is only because I asked my MOM.
    Blessings,
    Goose

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  9. Golden Woofs! SUGARMay 10, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Woof! Woof! Oh! ... Singing in the RAIN. My mom signs that to me when it rain and we are walking. Golden Thanks for sharing and Happy Seeing Beauty. Golden Thanks for joining our hop and hope you can join us next month on our 1 year This Moment See Beautiful Hop Anniversary. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar

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  10. GizmoGeodogMay 10, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Down here we call that kind of rain storm a "frog strangler" BOL! Gonna fire up the Roku box and see what Fred Astaire films so we can have a great double (or triple) feature tonight...Have a wonderful dance-filled weekend

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  11. Saved by DogsMay 10, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Bob and I have so much in common :-)

    Love Fred and Ginger - what a great plan for the evening - your very own film festival, with the greatest audience!

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  12. TarynMay 10, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    He sure could dance!

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  13. TamagoMay 10, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    I am not familiar to old films or actors, but he sure is a good dancer! Happy birthday to Fred Astaire and I hope you all enjoy the movie night!

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  14. BunkMay 10, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    We are seeing lots of rain in this part of the country! Also, cute little tribute!:)

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  15. Sketching with DogsMay 10, 2013 at 11:12 AM

    Fred Astaire was brilliant! Wow, that is a real rainstorm, love to watch them.
    Lynne x

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  16. Lapdog CreationsMay 10, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Great pics - and fun post!

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  17. Bella Roxy & MacduiMay 10, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    That storm looks like the perfect time to kick back and watch a Fred Astaire film! Can't believe he'd be 114!

    XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy

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  18. Murray's MouthMay 10, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    We enjoyed the video clip :)

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  19. Idaho PugRanchMay 10, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    And this is why we love reading your blog!! Love the information you share with us. The dance clip made Mom smile. Brought back memories.
    hugs
    Bailey, Hazel & Greta

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  20. bichonpawzMay 10, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    He was an awesome dancer!! We totally enjoyed your pics!! xoxo Chloe and LadyBug

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  21. Ziggy StardustMay 10, 2013 at 8:40 PM

    My Mommy also loves Fred Astaire!

    Loveys Sasha

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  22. Misaki @ misadventuresofMisakiMay 11, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Happy birthday Fred Astaire!

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  23. A Wonderful Dogs LifeMay 12, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Awww, poor Bob. That's ok I bet you were curled up watching the movie with everyone and that's even better :)

    I love Tubby's expression it's as if he is saying huh once? she's read it a million times. Or he was thinking what? we're watching those movies again? Whatever he's thinking he's making me smile.

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