Although I’m currently based in and around LA, I’m actually from Chicago. Like so many people who grow up in an area, I didn’t truly appreciate the place as a kid. It wasn’t until I’d left as an adult and returned to visit that I realized it’s really a heckuva fantastic city!
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Quick!…what’s the first thing that comes to mind when I say “Cornhole”? If you’re like me, the answer is “Beavis and Butt-Head“. Nope…that’s “Cornholio”. Suffice to say, I didn’t really know what it was. So imagine my surprise when a couple of weeks ago, I was in a So-Cal town, Santa Paula, where the residents […]
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Don’t go near the water Don’t you think it’s sad What’s happened to the water Our water’s going bad Oceans, rivers, lakes and streams Have all been touched by man The poison floating out to sea Now threatens life on land Johnny Cash – Don’t Go Near the Water
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There’s no doubt that our recent presidential campaign & subsequent election have left the nation (more) divided. Trump’s unexpected win over Clinton sparked numerous post-election protests throughout the U.S.. They started immediately after (some say “during”) the election and have continued throughout the week. Fortunately, for the most part, these have been non-violent in nature. Of course, as […]
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It’s that time of year again…cold weather, long nights, and all things creepy, crawly & scary. Yes! Time to don the Dia de los Muertos facepaint, head to the festival at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, and pay your respects to the deceased.
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The Brewery is a former Pabst Blue Ribbon Brewery in LA that’s been converted to studios & lofts. Only artist reside here
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