This post’s title could very well allude to our sad, sad drought. But that’s not my intention. My intention is to tell you I’m trying to not drink during the week. This was my idea and I…
Squeaky Wheels
You know how the other day I saw the First Lady of L.A. speak at an event? Well, one thing I forgot to tell you was how I felt after listening to her presentation. I felt hope.…
Distracted
Yesterday I attended a presentation given by the First Lady of Los Angeles, Amy Elaine Wakeland. The event was held at the historic Ebell, and it was lovely. Ms. Wakeland was a compelling speaker and her presentation was…
I Feel Good
Yesterday I woke with a smile. There in the dark, completely content to face a Monday, I felt good. And I said as much, right out loud. Only I didn’t say it. I sang it. There’s this…
The Week Ahead
Have you ever looked at your calendar, at the week ahead, and thought how jam-packed it’s going to be? If your schedule is dictated by others and filled with less-than-desirable tasks, looking ahead can be daunting and a…
Nachos – How Do I Love Thee…
I am, of late, obsessed with nachos. You know nachos, right? They’re the things we order in bars? Drunk food? Tortilla chips, cheese, maybe some other good stuff? I don’t order nachos out, not much anyway. Instead,…
Get Out of Your Mind
The other night I was painting at the studio and chatting with my buddy, Nicole. One of the topics covered was the importance of liking our nearest and dearest. And we weren’t merely talking about our romantic partners,…
Not So Loud
I’ve been having some computer issues, but I don’t want my laptop to hear me talking about it. If it does, I’m afraid it will act up even more. I realize it’s crazy to think like that,…
Tears in My Beer
Here in America, we have this little election thing going on. Monday night found us witnessing something called a presidential debate. As someone with a teensy-eensy bit of organized, scored debate experience, I use the word “debate” loosely,…