February 24, 2025 How often do you do something just for pleasure? Growing up with English parents meant that I got to hear some interesting Victorian-era sayings. One of the most memorable British-isms from my father…
February 20, 2025 6 things everyone should know about co-regulation In times as stressful and uncertain as these, it’s good to know about co-regulation: a way to give comfort, support and safety to those…
January 27, 2025 Relationships, purpose and service: the magic elixir of life I’m turning 55 this year. This feels like an age by which one should know something – after all, that’s an awful lot of…
November 29, 2024 25 things we LOVE about Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights! Every year around this time, our holiday vibes kick into high gear when we get our first look at our favorite drive-through holiday light…
November 27, 2024 What to read, eat and watch this week Have you caught Wicked movie fever yet? I first saw Wicked on Broadway in 2011, and we were lucky enough to see the musical…
November 25, 2024 What the world needs now is Brian Jordan Alvarez During dark times, sometimes a hero rises up. In 2024, that hero is a talented young actor/comedian, writer/director and dancer/content creator named Brian Jordan…
October 21, 2024 A magical new holiday light show for 2024 Long-time readers know I’m a sucker for a great light show. We’ve been obsessed with Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights for years. I’m a…
September 23, 2024 Big Sur has my heart forever There’s no place in the world more romantic than Big Sur along the northern California coast. Big Sur is known for its rocky cliffs,…
September 4, 2024 Why am I wired to prefer one friendship vs. many? When I was a child, I strongly preferred having one best friend vs. a whole group of friends. I can remember that my mom…
August 23, 2024 The latest album from The Wise Channel has me in my feels! Do you remember me writing about my extremely talented local musician friends, the family behind The Wise Channel? They have a YouTube channel and…
