Summer Rerun: Pierre Cardin Pour Monsieur

The other day I decided to escape the continuing Reno Follies by driving north to Ventura. Ventura is a small and very attractive coastal city about halfway between LA and Santa Barbara that is still holding onto some of that… Continue Reading

Sometimes You Just Need a Dog..

Okay, well. It looks as if at least some of the renovation follies are drawing to a close. There is a light at the end of the tunnel (not an oncoming train this time, one can hope) in that the… Continue Reading

What I Did Last Weekend

Well, this past weekend was Memorial Day where it’s to be hoped we spend some time remembering the sacrifices people had made to keep this country as safe and free as it is. I spent some time at the VA… Continue Reading

Happy Memorial Day!

Yes, it’s Memorial Day weekend here in the good old USofA, when we remember those who served out country by going to sales and eating a lot. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. Personally I am going to take… Continue Reading

Mothers Day Memories

This was published in a slightly different form at Perfume Smellin’ Things years ago; since Mother’s Day is coming this weekend I thought I’d share a few memories of my mom. Long ago back I was asked to do a… Continue Reading

Winner of the Draw

Is Jeanne! Please hit the “Contact Us” radio button to send your contact info. Image: Internets

Grab Bag Give-Away

Well, this week kicked my butt again- starting on the roof and the pool deck. I have found that it’s more acceptable to tell people that they will be being served a buffet of roast loved ones with a garnish… Continue Reading