There’s a pop-up art show going on near downtown Los Angeles, installed by “The Art Department,” an anonymous art collective working in and around L.A. I went today, but be warned: the show will only be open 2 more…
You Can’t Make Everyone Happy
New month. Same me. That’s okay. Today I’m meditating on the fact that I can’t make everyone happy. Sometimes that may mean I can’t quite make me happy. At my best, I can ride out those times…
I Wish You a Merry Christmas (Yes, You)
Not sure what your day looks like, but I do hope it’s joyful. Maybe you’ll have yourself some laughs. Maybe some good times. Maybe some peace. No matter where you are, I hope this day of yours…
With Bells On
The season continues, as do I. To boost my own spirits, I’ve attached some bells to my old (old) army boots. The jingle-jangle of each step brings joy to my soul. There’s no tree at our house…
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…
Monday, Monday
A week ago, I started Monday with a carryover of Sunday’s blues. It wasn’t the best. But today is a new Monday, a new week. And I feel new as well. I didn’t do anything extraordinary over…
Monday, Monday
I don’t know about you, but I had a swell weekend. There was entertainment and food and laughter and imbibing and pool-time and well… It was just grand. On Sunday evening, Mister said something about how easy…
Listen To Your Heart
Yesterday, while I was still trying to sort out my feelings about the loss of the genius that was Prince, I found myself cycling through some not-great memories. I don’t know why. I can only guess it was…
Feeling Lucky
Yesterday I was feeling my age. My joints were aching and I was sluggish. It didn’t occur to me to think I was coming down with anything, because I felt great. Other than the aches and whatnot, that…