Many holidays seem to land on a Monday. The good news, it provides many people with a three-day weekend, that actually includes me! I want to take a moment to acknowledge all the men and women…

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Take A Walk In My Garden
In May of 2005, my soon to be very good friend landscape designer Gina Neusteter and Andres Haro owner of my weekly gardening services and so much more, changed my outdoor living space forever. On this…
Meet Russell Neese
I have the great fortune of belonging to a wonderful Toastmasters Club, Speakers By The Sea. Several months ago, a new person we refer to as an “Honored Guest” came to our Wednesday, 11-12 meeting. Turns…
Broken Wing
It started as a normal day, getting ready to drive away to a meeting, when something caught my eye that demanded my attention. Oh no, it’s a monarch with a broken wing.This can’t be good. How…
Chef Melissa Mayo
When it comes to eating we can fall into a few categories. There are those that love to cook, there are those to love others to cook. Some of us are very happy setting the table…
Bird LA Day
This past Saturday the Los Angeles Chapter of the Audubon Society had events across the city. It doesn’t take much for me to be inspired to step outside with my camera. I was lucky, I took…
Raising Redemption
Have you ever considered writing a book? And if you did, what would it be about? Are you a history buff, a romantic, or a sci-fi lover? You would think that someone that enjoys writing a…
Art Is A Matter Of Taste
There are a myriad styles of art. Many enjoy art by visiting a museum, I do as well. I happen to also enjoy “street art.” Talented artists take to the street, find a wall and paint…
South Bay Stories
Has anyone ever asked you, “What’s your story?” I believe we all have stories about our lives and the people in our lives. Some we share, some we keep to ourselves. If you are fortunate enough,…
Butterflies are Free
Today is Wordless Wednesday. Much Like Taco Tuesday and Throw Back Thursday, I’ve recently learned that Wordless Wednesday has meaning for many people. What could be more perfect for me than some photos that speak from…