Playing Hooky

So we finally had one of those glorious SoCal days this Thursday. Sunny, high in the mid 70’s (F, naturally) and with a light breeze. After a few weeks of weather and work I had finally seen most of it… Continue Reading

Winter is here?

Well, it is for the rest of the USA if not the world (above the equator, naturally.) Were I still in NY or the Midwest this would entail pulling out winter clothes and winter scents, and on holidays like Thanksgiving… Continue Reading

Summertime!

We will just call this one a rehash, or a trip down memory lane. It’s July and we are now firmly in the grip of summer here in LA. A grip that is not as firm as it is in… Continue Reading

It’s my Birthday! You get the Present!

Well this week is my birthday! I am turning 39 (again) and in celebration of it I’ve decided (well Roxana Villa decided) to give you, Tonstant Weader, a present. Longtime readers know that both Portia and I are big fans… Continue Reading

Happy 4th!

All right, I know that I really post on the 3rd, (and am writing this on the 1st) but I am calling this my 4th of July post to give it some sort of cohesive spin. It’s still hot here… Continue Reading

Too Darned Hot

Yes, I am lazy. I do have some samples of things but it’s hot out and I am too lazy to put the effort into trying them on. I know that in comparison (as is usual) we here on the… Continue Reading

Off to Camp Patty!

Hey there! Chances are I’m on a train while you’re reading this! Several years ago, Patty moved back to the Midwest to be closer to family.  Anita and I came to visit – Patty’s house is gorgeous, with this awesome… Continue Reading