THe last two days in the legislature have been intense and insane. It is the last week of legislative session for the entire year. Tomorrow at midnight is the constitutionally mandated "drop dead" time for getting legislation passed. The final … [Read more...] about Political Rochambeau in the State Capitol Waning Days of Session
4 Snouts up for I Love you Phillip Morris
(:)(:)(:)(:) for I Love You, Phillip Morris on DVD through Netflix. I thought this was going to be a wacky comedy about the tobacco industry (after all, what could be more funny?). It wasn't. It was a love story about two men played by Jim Carey … [Read more...] about 4 Snouts up for I Love you Phillip Morris
(:)(:)(:) for Super 8
Three snouts enthusiastically pointed up and snorting loudly for Super 8 in theaters everywhere now. My son thinks I should give it 3 and a half snouts and that's probably more accurate but I have a 5 snout system just so I don't have to give half … [Read more...] about (:)(:)(:) for Super 8
(:)(:)(:)(:) for Jesus Hopped the A Train
Four enthusiastic snouts up for Jesus Hopped the A Train written by Stephen Adly Guirgis and directed by Stephanie Gularte now performing at the Capitol Stage in Old Sacramento aboard the Delta King.I don't have time for the details this deserves. … [Read more...] about (:)(:)(:)(:) for Jesus Hopped the A Train
See me in the Web Series, THE VAL
I can't remember if I ever directed you to the web tv series I appeared in called The Val--I am featured extensively in one episode of the first season. It just got its own page so if you have time, please watch them all. I think its hilarious, but … [Read more...] about See me in the Web Series, THE VAL
Resounding Victory for Fair Elections in Los Angeles!
(lifted from California Clean Money Campaign)Voters Resoundingly Say "YES" to Fair Elections in Los Angeles! Last night, Los Angeles residents sent a message to leaders across the state and across the country: It's time to end corporate and big … [Read more...] about Resounding Victory for Fair Elections in Los Angeles!
Looking for Work is Humbling
It's a humbling experience to look for a job, even in my sector where there are lots of 'em. I am filled with compassion for everyone who is looking, or has given up looking. I'm in such a good situation: I have lots of skills and experience as a … [Read more...] about Looking for Work is Humbling
Why MLK Jr. Day was all about me
Mid-way through ministerial school, lately I've had my doubts. I gave my first sermon last fall at the Tahoe-Truckee Center for Spiritual Living. It was well-delivered and well-received. There was laughter and there were tears (in the congregation … [Read more...] about Why MLK Jr. Day was all about me
Postcard from Paradise
Aloha! Greetings from my villa at the Fairmont Kea Lani on the island of Maui. Day 4 went great. Went on a "snuba" cruise to an island, saw dolphins, sea turtles and a humpback whale close up. Was the only "single" woman on a boat of retired … [Read more...] about Postcard from Paradise
Women’s Webcast for Boxer/Brown
Yesterday I helped produce a cutting edge live webcast in Los Angeles sponsored by Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California and the California League of Conservation Voters. It has former State Senator Sheila Kuehl hosting asking women leaders … [Read more...] about Women’s Webcast for Boxer/Brown
“My” ballot measure voting recommendations
Those who know me well know who really wrote these ballot recommendations, but I agree with them all and so I'm passing them off as mine. Please distribute widely.Proposition 19 -- YesLegalizes Marijuana Under California but Not Federal Law. Permits … [Read more...] about “My” ballot measure voting recommendations
Four Snouts up for Mauritius at Capital Stage
(:)(:)(:)(:) for Mauritus by Theresa Rebeck playing now at the Capital Stage in Old Sacramento. I should have known that this play was written by a woman. Even though, as the Sacramento Bee review suggests, the playwright is clearly deeply influenced … [Read more...] about Four Snouts up for Mauritius at Capital Stage