Many years ago, in close succession, more than one person told me that I had a unique writer’s “voice.” Two of those people I strongly respected as writers. One was a fellow legislative worker bee who dabbled in the occasional op ed or … [Continue reading] about A Voice of Irreverence
There’s tribute bands and then there’s tribute bands at Swabbie’s On the River
Last night I celebrated a friend's birthday by going to one of Swabbie's infamous "fish taco" tribute band friday nights. If you haven't ever experienced the Swabbie-ness, it's a pretty fabulous summer scene--people of all ages, dancing and … [Continue reading] about There’s tribute bands and then there’s tribute bands at Swabbie’s On the River
3 Enthusiastic Snouts up for “Tammy”
(:)(:)(:) for Tammy starring Melissa McCarthy, Susan Sarandon, Kathy Bates and Mark Duplass (with small parts for Allison Janey and Dan Akroyd), Directed by Ben Falcone (Bridesmaid) and written by Ben Falcone and Melissa McCarthy.From the … [Continue reading] about 3 Enthusiastic Snouts up for “Tammy”
Rick Steves, the unwelcome guest in our household
Rick Steves, the international travel pro, has been living in our household for the past few weeks disguised as a guidebook to Italy. We love him and our kids hate him. We love him because he tells us what we need to know, suggests great hotels … [Continue reading] about Rick Steves, the unwelcome guest in our household
“Mind Over Milkshake” — Scientifically, our thoughts literally, demonstrably alter our physiology
I'm a religious scientist. In 1927, Ernest Holmes, our founder, established this philosophy (now called a religion) which has as its principle belief, "change your thinking, change your life." He taught and wrote (and wrote) that we could … [Continue reading] about “Mind Over Milkshake” — Scientifically, our thoughts literally, demonstrably alter our physiology
What is my next meditation?
For years I have meditated pretty much every day, sometimes more than once a day, but I tend to switch it up over the years. Usually, the process of switching from one meditation style to another is very organic. I am doing one style for … [Continue reading] about What is my next meditation?
How I’m voting in the June 3rd election (and in some cases, why):
How I'm voting in the June 3rd election (and in some cases, why): Contested statewide: Secretary of State: Derek Cressman -- he is a longshot but he's running a real campaign and he's the only serious candidate who is a good government expert, … [Continue reading] about How I’m voting in the June 3rd election (and in some cases, why):
Lessons Learned from 24 days of Bikram Yoga
Well, it's day 24 of 30 days of Bikram Yoga. Notice I didn't use the word "straight." I attempted 30 days straight but instead it's looked like 8 days straight, 1 day rest, 2 days "straight," 1 day rest, 1 day "straight,"1 day rest, and … [Continue reading] about Lessons Learned from 24 days of Bikram Yoga
Obamacare Up & Running in California despite media reports–what questions can I answer for you?
I keep meaning to let folks know that despite media reports about the feds, the California version of Obamacare, "Covered California," appears to be up and running and doing well. Here's an article in Health Line that gives more details about … [Continue reading] about Obamacare Up & Running in California despite media reports–what questions can I answer for you?
See Enders Game or Not? Debate flares on Facebook over Homophobic Orson Scott Card
My friend and mentor Edward Viljoen (senior minister at Center for Spiritual Living Santa Rosa) posted on his Facebook wall yesterday this tidbit: "Orson Scott Card, not one penny of mine will you see. No Enders Game for me. I don't expect … [Continue reading] about See Enders Game or Not? Debate flares on Facebook over Homophobic Orson Scott Card
Day 9 — 30 days straight of hot yoga?
I didn't want to write anything about this until I was sure that I was really going to do it, and now I am. I have just completed 8 consecutive days of Bikram (aka hot) yoga. Above is a picture of some random class that has nothing to do with … [Continue reading] about Day 9 — 30 days straight of hot yoga?
To thy own self, contain
If you know me at all, you know that I (ahem) used to be a control freak. We're going to pretend that this is past tense. We're going to pretend that I no longer need to have the illusion that people, places and things bend to my will.Now … [Continue reading] about To thy own self, contain