Yesterday I learned of the passing of Mr. Huell Howser. For those who live outside California, Huell’s name may not ring any bells. If you live here, however, it’s hard to not picture him at the mention…
Oh, The Places You’ll Go!
When I was a kid, the Rose Parade was a New Year’s Day staple in our lives. While black-eyed peas bubbled away on the stove, the Rose Parade played on the living room TV. Because we were poor,…
Ice, Ice, Baby (or, My Brush With Mediocrity)
The other morning I went out to my old car and finally got the engine to turn over. Once it did, I swished the wiper-blades a couple of runs to clear the night’s dew from the windshield. Only…
A Long December
“A long December and there’s reason to believe Maybe this year will be better than the last.” Counting Crows “A Long December” This song has been in my head all month. I want to believe it. I really do.…
Fluffy Little Clouds
When I first moved to California, I marveled at the clouds. They seemed so familiar, but not in a first-hand kind of way. I recognized those clouds. I knew them. But from where? One day it hit…
Merry Christmas From Hollywood!
Have a Holly-Jolly, y’all!
Rain = Winter
Yesterday it rained on and off all day, and I flippin’ loved it! Here in SoCal, rain equals winter. There’s been a nip in the air, too, so that doesn’t hurt. The holiday lights are beautifully reflected…
My First Hanukkah
A few nights ago, Mister and I were invited to a friend’s home for Hanukkah. We were asked to share in their family’s lighting of that night’s candle, which was to be blessed by their Rabbi. Though we’ve…
Nature Boy
I’ve written before about the fact that Mister and I enjoy hiking the hills around Los Angeles. It’s truly one of my favorite forms of exercise, with the added bonus of taking place in Nature. Living in a…