And yes I do mean it's cold here in SoCal. Really, truly, bitterly cold. If we were located a bit more north or east, it would be snowing. Or we'd have ice. So, no, it's not always sunny and 75 degrees here in Southern California. Most of the time it's hot as hell, but for the moment, it's freezing. Currently it's 35 degrees. Or 2 degrees Celsius. That's snow weather! It's not … [Read more...] about Hello, It’s Cold
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Enjoying Your Freedom? Thank A Veteran.
Today, I honor all the veterans in my life and in this country who shed their blood, sweat and tears to keep ALL OF US free from Socialist and Communist rule. The fact that you can protest a war, a company, an institution, a politician or a president without fear of persecution and have the right to vote anonymously is all because of the sacrifice of a soldier. Remember and … [Read more...] about Enjoying Your Freedom? Thank A Veteran.
Welcome To The 8th Level Of Hell. Or Autumn In Southern California.
Let me start out by saying that Autumn is my most favorite season, followed by Winter. Well, the idea of those seasons are my favorites. I've never actually lived through a real Fall or Winter. I live in Southern California, we have TWO seasons: hot as hell or cold as hell. Each accompanied by the Santa Ana winds in varying speeds, temperatures and levels of destruction. I have … [Read more...] about Welcome To The 8th Level Of Hell. Or Autumn In Southern California.
Cool Halloween Pumpkins
If you appreciate art in all its forms or just love Halloween, this post is for you! Every year, I try to think of a new way to carve our jack-o-lantern that will amaze The Diva. And let's face it, she's seven (and a half!), nearly everything awes her. Plus, I have this secret fantasy of perfect Martha Stewart holiday decorations all year long. Stop laughing. I still think … [Read more...] about Cool Halloween Pumpkins
Never Forget, Never Again: 9/11 Eleven Years Later
Today marks another 9/11 anniversary. Eleven years since the world changed and unimagined fear and terror touched every citizen of this country. Eleven years ago today, I found that the world I would raise children in was irrevocably changed. I knew that my children would not have the same carefree childhood My Husband and I had enjoyed. My country was sucker punched on … [Read more...] about Never Forget, Never Again: 9/11 Eleven Years Later