We are moving into Holy Week and life is going to get hectic around here. There is Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday and I am serving as an acolyte in three of those four services at St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church in Hollywood. Not to mention that the Great Easter…
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2001: A Space Odyssey at the Cinerama Dome in Hollywood
I have just returned from what can only be described as a singular experience. I went to the Cinerama Dome in Hollywood and saw 2001: A Space Odyssey. The Cinerama Dome has a huge curved screen which can accommodate 70 millimeter films, which is what 2001 is. In fact, back in 1968 the film was…
Doctor Day
Ray, Rachael and I went to the doctor today. The good news is that we are all on the mend from a virulent strain of the flu. Rachael had to have a chest x-ray, but, luckily it was clear. She and Ray both came home with medication. I was basically told that I needed to…
The Road to Normal
My husband said to me today, “Thank you for being so normal.” I replied, “Thank you back.” Not that we haven’t had our share of abnormal, which can be defined as having a need for major drama. There was a time when drama was a daily part of our life together. Fights, misunderstandings, hurt feelings….
Fun in Stained Glass Class at the Barnsdall Art Center
Liz and I (and Ray on a rare occasion) have been taking a stained glass class at the Barnsdall Art Center in Hollywood. Liz and I are novices at stained glass; Ray, on the other hand, has done stained glass before and is pretty handy at it. Last night, Ray stayed home to tend to…
The Prompt: The Winds in Your Life
The Winds in My Life The winds of my life have been persistent, like the winds in Texas can sometimes be, constant, blowing your hair in your face, pushing your car door shut, sending that needed piece of paper in your hand skittering down the street as you chase after it. Not devastating winds, not…
My New Position at Story Circle Network
I am pleased and happy to announce that after five years as an online teacher for Story Circle Network, I will be joining this fine organization as their Online Class Coordinator. I am taking over the reins from the very able Amber Lea Starfire and will do my best to maintain the high standard of…
Limping Back to Health
Limping back to health, one step at a time. Still have the chest congestion, but I definitely feel better. The best news is that our little Luna has finally shed her fevers and terrible cough and is back to her sweet self. The picture below was taken today to prove that she is back in…
Honestly, This Flu…
Let it suffice to say that I cancelled all my students today and spent another day in bed. This is one persistent little bug. Most of my family is sick too. Patient Zero is our own beloved little Luna, who is on the mend but still not 100%. I will say good night. Time to…
Cousin Charlie, RIP
My cousin, Charlie Leslie, passed away last night and my heart goes out to his family. Charlie had been facing lots of health challenges for a long time, but he was doing much better up until yesterday. I am certain that his wife and children are heart-broken over his sudden passing, along with his mother,…
20 Minutes a Day 