Memphis’ Hernando de Soto Bridge (I-40) over Mississippi River at sunset.

Happy birthday to Chris Hillman, who turns 78 today, born December 4, 1944 in Los Angeles, Calif. Hillman was a founding member of The Byrds; Flying Burrito Brothers; Souther, Hillman and Furay; Manassas; and the Desert Rose Band. He released one of his best solo recordings a few years back, the Tom Petty-produced 'Bidin' My Time' (Rounder Records), which I can't recommend highly enough.

On this date in 1987…

Potatoes. They’re what’s for Thanksgiving.

All he’s gotta do is act naturally.