Unthinkable! Impossible! But it happened and hordes of dewy-eyed youngsters are rushing to City Hall. In the midst of all this well-deserved jubilation, I feel it is my duty as a senior to point out a few realities. No, I am not going to be an unromantic old fart and mention the implications of this…
Jesus loved to throw great parties! He was the ultimate party planner – not the party pooper! In fact, he was the life of the party and the good news is that we are all invited to the party. But wait, there’s more, there’s no cover charge; the admission’s already been covered by the free…
“They’re coming! They’re coming!” How exciting it is to hear those welcomed words. We forget how hot and steamy we’ve become and wait eagerly for the first sight and sound of the approaching climax of the morning, the parade. What a grand event this year celebrating our long dreamed of freedom to marry. The LGBT…
Beer, sake and sushi! We were in heaven at the Japan Society’s 11th annual Beer and Sake Festival. It was held at the San Diego Marriott Del Mar June 27. Microbreweries and sake manufacturers poured samples of their best products including Japanese rice wine. Caterers and restaurants served various appetizers, sushi, salads and desserts. Chefs…
I love listening to how children describe God. It’s even more interesting seeing how they draw God. One morning, a Sunday school teacher asked the students to sketch God. Some of the pictures showed God portrayed as a huge sea turtle, carrying the world on its back; God as a bright sun; God as a…
Goodness gracious! I just remembered pride is one of the seven deadly sins. Fact bible Wikipedia says it is the worst, leading to all the others. Yet here we are holding a parade and festival for it. Surely, there has been a mistake in the translation of the ancient tongue. What is there to celebrate?…
You know, many people believe in reincarnation – in one way or another. Did you know that the car you’re driving may have had a previous life in another form? True! Decades ago it became scary how fast the mountains of junk cars were piling up; hundreds of millions of them! Finally, it occurred to…
If you’re heading over to Vegas you’ll definitely want to check out the Fremont Street Experience downtown (Old Vegas). It’s a short drive from the Strip. We’ve been there a few times and have always enjoyed the free shows, deep-fried Oreos and 99c shrimp cocktails. This year they’re presenting the Rock of Vegas Summer Concert…
