Mommy dearest always told me to make the most of any situation. There’s always a silver lining or lesson to learn even in the worst possible experiences, she would say. I didn’t realize how much I took this instruction to heart until I started analyzing my own actions and correlating moods. I began paying attention…
One of the biggest advantages of owning a condo or townhome is that typically the exterior structure, landscaping and grounds of the property are maintained for you. As a condo owner, you will pay a monthly homeowners association (HOA) fee, which usually will pay for the gardening, water, basic insurance on the property and exterior…
When I was growing up, I had a wonderful friend; he was my best friend. His name was Charlie. He was part terrier, part schnauzer and a little bit dachshund. Our pets are very special, aren’t they? I’m always amazed when I see service dogs – and the wonderful ability they have to help someone…
If you are a writer of any kind (fiction, memoir, poetry), then San Diego is a great place to live to hone your craft, exercise your public reading skills and maybe even launch a career. The community colleges and UCSD Extension offer a range of classes; there are also several non-profit organizations offering weekly or…
Recent pressure to remove a controversial art work from the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery exhibition “Hide/Seek: Difference and Desire in American Portraiture” has sparked a debate concerning the over-arching issues of free expression and artistic censorship in the nation’s capitol. After a video component of the exhibit depicting ants crawling on a crucifix drew complaints…
Roger McDowell, pitching Coach for the Atlanta Braves, has joined Kobe Bryant as a target for LGBT activist ire after hurling anti-gay slurs at San Francisco Giants fans before last weekend’s game. McDowell issued an apology after the incident, stating “I am deeply sorry that I responded to the heckling fans in San Francisco on…
Two historic events could occur on May 5, 2011. Fred Karger could become the first out LGBT presidential candidate to participate in a major party debate. As a consequence, the Fox News Channel could see their highest LGBT viewership ever. A Democratic debate with a gay candidate would be worth a look, if only to…
Actress Meredith Baxter, who publicly came out as gay two years ago after an illustrious career in Hollywood spanning nearly 40 years, will serve as a grand marshal in this year’s San Diego LGBT Pride parade, scheduled for 11 a.m., July 16, through the heart of Hillcrest. “Meredith is a role model who has captured…
