I used to love R.E.M. – the band. The one that dominated college radio for a while. They had some good serious songs. Then one day, they released one of the silliest songs ever called Shiny Happy People. Shiny happy people holding handsShiny happy people holding handsShiny happy […]
I won’t lie. It’s been a difficult few months. A perfect storm of turbulent emptions, dashed hopes, and bad television. I joke somewhat on the latter. Although, I was a bit surprised when I was reading an article on what television shows might be canceled as we near […]
I spent part of this weekend getting motivated to work on my new apartment. It is a slow journey. Covid has preoccupied me. Life has put other distractions in my life. The other part of my weekend I actually motivated myself to further fix my entryway. I ordered […]
People are looking for happiness these days. Craving it. In deep need. There is the best GIF that will mske anyone smile. When you see the absolute joy on this little girl’s face, you cannot help but feel happiness. I love her pure joy and the fact that […]
I try to be a joyful person. Joy, as a matter of fact, was my word for last year. It served as my guidepost. It still does. I’m of the firm belief that you cannot let others steal your joy. However, there are times when you are up […]
I love giving gifts. Rather, I love buying or creating gifts that are personalized. Sometimes I come across perfect items for set individuals that I buy them with no holiday or particular celebration in mind. The other day I felt a big lift from my shoulder when I […]
For the past two weeks, I have had the Spanish phrase “mala fe” running through my daily consciousness. Popping up in my interactions with a select group of people. The phrase could literally be translated as bad faith. However, it means more that someone bears you ill will. […]
Many people often tire of me saying how great New York is. However, a plurality of those who do so tire, are not New Yorkers and are jealous. Yes, I said that. Californians were quite often exasperated by my NY pronouncements. Notably, though, there are great qualities to […]
Breathe in the air Dream of tulips Feel the twigs under my feet Crunch away on the granola and mars bars The chirping birds are giddy The squirrels blasting a nut It’s time to feel free No icecream worries No fretting over a pinecone A refreshing breeze And […]
It’s a day to be fun and freewheeling Mirth gurgling to our tops Catch the pretty flowers And the murals that make you long for summer But enjoy the spring ride Even with the allergies propping up The greens, reds, and purples Bring a feast to the senses […]