Marty Wombacher
@martywombacher.bsky.social
I'm a writer who lived in NYC for 19 yrs (1993-2012) & I'm now based in Peoria, IL.
My Blog: https://www.meanwhilebackinpeoria.com/
FB page: https://www.facebook.com/MeanwhileBackInPeoriaMBIP/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@midwestsliceoflife
My Blog: https://www.meanwhilebackinpeoria.com/
FB page: https://www.facebook.com/MeanwhileBackInPeoriaMBIP/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@midwestsliceoflife
I got invited to stop by A Small Wonder Gift Shop in the Contemporary Art Center in downtown Peoria, so I made it the fifth stop on our Six Shops Of Xmas holiday shopping tour. tinyurl.com/4phxy5jr #Peoria #Xmas #MBIP
A Small Wonder Gift Shop - Shop Number Five: A Small Wonder Gift Shop — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
Okay, we’re getting close to the end of this tour of a half dozen local shops for you to stop at during this hollerday season. This week’s shop was easy to pick…
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December 11, 2025 at 5:10 PM
I got invited to stop by A Small Wonder Gift Shop in the Contemporary Art Center in downtown Peoria, so I made it the fifth stop on our Six Shops Of Xmas holiday shopping tour. tinyurl.com/4phxy5jr #Peoria #Xmas #MBIP
—The Marty Morning Song—
“I Can’t Take It” by Cheap Trick.
“Don’t want you hanging around my door…”
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“I Can’t Take It” by Cheap Trick.
“Don’t want you hanging around my door…”
youtu.be/E6gYnLtRbO0?...
Cheap Trick - I Can't Take It
YouTube video by cheaptrickVEVO
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December 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM
—The Marty Morning Song—
“I Can’t Take It” by Cheap Trick.
“Don’t want you hanging around my door…”
youtu.be/E6gYnLtRbO0?...
“I Can’t Take It” by Cheap Trick.
“Don’t want you hanging around my door…”
youtu.be/E6gYnLtRbO0?...
Today, we’re featuring the last Sandwich Of The Month for 2025! And we’re also celebrating the 13th anniversary of the MBIP blog! tinyurl.com/4x9ss22t #MBIP #Peoria #Sandwich
The MBIP Sandwich Of The Month Club! This Month: Sean’s Dublin Dip From Kenny’s Westside Pub — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
This is the last Sandwich Of The Month for 2025. It’s also the 13th anniversary of MBIP! Yep, 13 years ago o n December 10th, I posted the first entry on this blog and wondered what would happen....
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December 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Today, we’re featuring the last Sandwich Of The Month for 2025! And we’re also celebrating the 13th anniversary of the MBIP blog! tinyurl.com/4x9ss22t #MBIP #Peoria #Sandwich
—The Marty Morning Song—
“Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry and Julian Lennon.
“He could play a guitar like a ringing bell…”
youtu.be/4vo4aDPKLX4?...
“Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry and Julian Lennon.
“He could play a guitar like a ringing bell…”
youtu.be/4vo4aDPKLX4?...
Chuck Berry & Julian Lennon - Johnny B Goode (1986)
YouTube video by Julian Lennon
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December 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
—The Marty Morning Song—
“Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry and Julian Lennon.
“He could play a guitar like a ringing bell…”
youtu.be/4vo4aDPKLX4?...
“Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry and Julian Lennon.
“He could play a guitar like a ringing bell…”
youtu.be/4vo4aDPKLX4?...
—It’s Pizza Night, Let’s Take A Bite—This Week: Screamin’ Sicilian Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza
This week I tried a Screamin’ Sicilian Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza and it was so good! Maybe the best frozen pizza so far! youtu.be/Kdwnnyczjlc?... #Pizza #FrozenPizza #PizzaNight
This week I tried a Screamin’ Sicilian Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza and it was so good! Maybe the best frozen pizza so far! youtu.be/Kdwnnyczjlc?... #Pizza #FrozenPizza #PizzaNight
—It’s Pizza Night, Let’s Take A Bite—This Week: Screamin’ Sicilian Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza
YouTube video by Midwest Slice Of Life
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December 9, 2025 at 7:04 PM
—It’s Pizza Night, Let’s Take A Bite—This Week: Screamin’ Sicilian Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza
This week I tried a Screamin’ Sicilian Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza and it was so good! Maybe the best frozen pizza so far! youtu.be/Kdwnnyczjlc?... #Pizza #FrozenPizza #PizzaNight
This week I tried a Screamin’ Sicilian Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza and it was so good! Maybe the best frozen pizza so far! youtu.be/Kdwnnyczjlc?... #Pizza #FrozenPizza #PizzaNight
We’re up to week number twelve on the MBIP 2025 Appetizer Tour and I was joined by my friend Steven at Saffron Social for a tasty trio of appetizers in downtown Peoria! tinyurl.com/3k9r6brv #MBIP #Peoria #Appetizers
Downloading Apps - The MBIP 2025 Appetizer Tour! - Week Number Twelve @: Saffron Social — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
We’re up to week number twelve on this tour of pre-main course treats and I’ve really enjoyed this tour! It’s given me a real appreciation of appetizers, which I think get taken for granted. But no...
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December 9, 2025 at 5:03 PM
We’re up to week number twelve on the MBIP 2025 Appetizer Tour and I was joined by my friend Steven at Saffron Social for a tasty trio of appetizers in downtown Peoria! tinyurl.com/3k9r6brv #MBIP #Peoria #Appetizers
Janis Joplin-Mercedes Benz(original)
YouTube video by Alexandre Felipe Présente
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December 9, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Last Saturday evening, I took a trip to Eureka, Illinois with my friends, Tim and Moon and we enjoyed a night out at Wendy Puff Pizzeria + Pub. We had a fun evening and some fabulous pizza at our night out in Eureka! tinyurl.com/y7prybr2 #MBIP #Eureka #SaturdayNight #Pizza
Saturday Night @: Wendy Puff Pizzeria + Pub — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
Live, from Eureka, Illinois, it’s. Saturday Night starring this week’s host, Wendy Puff Pizzeria + Pub with special guest stars, Tim, Moon, Beth, Bob, Mike and Sarah. Now please welcome, all the wa...
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December 8, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Last Saturday evening, I took a trip to Eureka, Illinois with my friends, Tim and Moon and we enjoyed a night out at Wendy Puff Pizzeria + Pub. We had a fun evening and some fabulous pizza at our night out in Eureka! tinyurl.com/y7prybr2 #MBIP #Eureka #SaturdayNight #Pizza
—The Marty Morning Song—
“The Eyes Of A New York Woman” by BJ Thomas.
“I’ll be in New York City…”
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“The Eyes Of A New York Woman” by BJ Thomas.
“I’ll be in New York City…”
youtu.be/lX-miK-FJuM?...
The Eyes Of A New York Woman
YouTube video by B.J. Thomas - Topic
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December 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
—The Marty Morning Song—
“The Eyes Of A New York Woman” by BJ Thomas.
“I’ll be in New York City…”
youtu.be/lX-miK-FJuM?...
“The Eyes Of A New York Woman” by BJ Thomas.
“I’ll be in New York City…”
youtu.be/lX-miK-FJuM?...
This coming Tuesday is the 60th anniversary of the first airing of the legendary holiday TV special, “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” So of course I’ve got links to online articles and a video about this historic TV show. tinyurl.com/4a3fpwzh #MBIP #Peoria #CharlieBrown
Sunday Links: A Charlie Brown Christmas - Plus: The MBIP Coming Attractions! — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
On December 9, 1965, CBS aired the holiday special, “ A Charlie Brown Christmas .” This Tuesday is the 60th anniversary of that special. When the executives first saw the final cut, they weren’...
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December 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
This coming Tuesday is the 60th anniversary of the first airing of the legendary holiday TV special, “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” So of course I’ve got links to online articles and a video about this historic TV show. tinyurl.com/4a3fpwzh #MBIP #Peoria #CharlieBrown
—The Marty Morning Song—
“On Saturday Afternoons In 1963” by Rickie Lee Jones.
“Hold on to your special friend…”
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“On Saturday Afternoons In 1963” by Rickie Lee Jones.
“Hold on to your special friend…”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBa0...
On Saturday Afternoons in 1963
YouTube video by Rickie Lee Jones - Topic
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December 7, 2025 at 3:14 PM
—The Marty Morning Song—
“On Saturday Afternoons In 1963” by Rickie Lee Jones.
“Hold on to your special friend…”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBa0...
“On Saturday Afternoons In 1963” by Rickie Lee Jones.
“Hold on to your special friend…”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBa0...
Today, we look back at the history of the Northwoods Mall, which has been in business for over 50 years here in Peoria! tinyurl.com/yx7ht7pz #MBIP #Peoria
Meanwhile, Back In Peoria’s Past - This Week: Northwoods Mall — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
Northwoods Mall opened on August 16, 1973 and I remember spending hours there as a kid. My favorite spots were the two music stores and the two book shops. I also loved the Orange Julius and ...
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December 6, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Today, we look back at the history of the Northwoods Mall, which has been in business for over 50 years here in Peoria! tinyurl.com/yx7ht7pz #MBIP #Peoria
This week I sampled a trio of snacks from Hy-Vee’s Fast & Fresh Express near Sheridan Village. Spoiler Alert: They weren't that great! tinyurl.com/45yhuk5s #MBIP #Peoria #Snacks
Friday Bites • Your Friday Snack Attack - This Week: A Trio Of Snacks From Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh Express — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
This week we’re going to be sampling three snacks from the Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh Express. I stop and get gas here all the time, but I’ve never gotten any snacks from this place and they have a large...
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December 5, 2025 at 5:09 PM
This week I sampled a trio of snacks from Hy-Vee’s Fast & Fresh Express near Sheridan Village. Spoiler Alert: They weren't that great! tinyurl.com/45yhuk5s #MBIP #Peoria #Snacks
—The Marty Morning Song—
“The Other Side Of Summer” by Elvis Costello.
“Was it a millionaire who said imagine no possessions…”
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“The Other Side Of Summer” by Elvis Costello.
“Was it a millionaire who said imagine no possessions…”
youtu.be/SNeu7U9sPKE?...
ELVIS COSTELLO - THE OTHER SIDE OF SUMMER
YouTube video by martojavier
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December 5, 2025 at 3:37 PM
—The Marty Morning Song—
“The Other Side Of Summer” by Elvis Costello.
“Was it a millionaire who said imagine no possessions…”
youtu.be/SNeu7U9sPKE?...
“The Other Side Of Summer” by Elvis Costello.
“Was it a millionaire who said imagine no possessions…”
youtu.be/SNeu7U9sPKE?...
Our fourth shop of Xmas is the gift shop in the Peoria Riverfront Museum and I have a bonus photo of their giganzo Christmas tree being lit up last Tuesday night.
Click on the link to check out the festive post and photos. >>> tinyurl.com/mutaysrh #MBIP #Peoria #Xmas
Click on the link to check out the festive post and photos. >>> tinyurl.com/mutaysrh #MBIP #Peoria #Xmas
The Six Shops Of Xmas - Shop Number Four: Peoria Riverfront Museum Store - Plus: The Lighting Of Their Xmas Tree! — Meanwhile, Back In Peoria...
Last Tuesday, The Peoria Riverfront had their official Christmas In The Village Lighting Ceremony and I thought it would be fun to get a photo of the lit-up tree and then I decided to make the g...
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December 4, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Our fourth shop of Xmas is the gift shop in the Peoria Riverfront Museum and I have a bonus photo of their giganzo Christmas tree being lit up last Tuesday night.
Click on the link to check out the festive post and photos. >>> tinyurl.com/mutaysrh #MBIP #Peoria #Xmas
Click on the link to check out the festive post and photos. >>> tinyurl.com/mutaysrh #MBIP #Peoria #Xmas
—The Marty Morning Song—
“Downtown Train” by Patty Smyth.
“When I see you tonight…”
youtu.be/mca4tivFQNM?...
“Downtown Train” by Patty Smyth.
“When I see you tonight…”
youtu.be/mca4tivFQNM?...
Patty Smyth - Downtown Train (Official Video)
YouTube video by PattySmythVEVO
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December 4, 2025 at 3:06 PM
—The Marty Morning Song—
“Downtown Train” by Patty Smyth.
“When I see you tonight…”
youtu.be/mca4tivFQNM?...
“Downtown Train” by Patty Smyth.
“When I see you tonight…”
youtu.be/mca4tivFQNM?...
