From the moment you drive up to the palm tree lined JW Marriott Desert Springs resort, one feels as if they are on vacation. Situated on 450 acres of desert gardens with signature lakes, four swimming pools, mountain views, and two championship golf courses, it’s...
Valeri, who turned 65 in June 2023, is a native Californian who grew up in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County. She grew up with younger brother Greg, but her parents had two sets of rules, one for girls and one for boys. ...
It’s October of 2023 -- Halloween is on the horizon! It’s a time when ‘trick or treaters’ will be out and about looking for candy corn and other yummy sweets. Some of those ‘trick or treaters’, however, will be scammers. They aren’t looking for candy...
October begins the new Supreme Court Term. In October and November, the Supreme Court will be hearing some interesting cases involving Social Media....
The holidays are quickly approaching and finding the perfect gift for those on your list can be challenging. With many people downsizing or striving for a minimalistic lifestyle, finding the perfect gift gets even more difficult. Gifting something that is unique, useful and provides multiple...
I always enjoy remembering a very special moment several decades ago while visiting my son Randy in Menlo Park near San Francisco. On this particular morning, it was warm and sunny and promised to be a fun day so Randy put the top down on...
The California Sizzlin’ Seniors are having a wonderful year – 2023, presenting their western show “Nashville Country” at the Orange County Fair and at the Florence Sylvester Center in Laguna Woods.The performance opened with a line dance to “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” with audience participation. "Happy Trails to You,”...
California loves Elizabeth Goldstein! Elizabeth was crowned earlier this year, Ms. Senior California 2023, and has been very busy promoting senior women all across our beautiful state. And in just a couple of weeks she will be on her way to Atlantic City, New Jersey,...
As our parents age, their physical and mental health begins to decline, and they may require more help and support to carry out daily activities. It can be an overwhelming and emotional experience to watch them go through this stage of life. But it’s important to...
Cars and People: I have noticed that we are pretty attached to our vehicles. Most individuals in southern California will keep a car 12 years. The national average is 8 years. It is suggested that 8 – 10 years is a pretty good time for...
Donald McNichol Sutherland CC (born 17 July 1935) is a Canadian prolific actor and anti-war activist whose film career spans over six decades. He has received numerous accolades including a Primetime Emmy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and a Critics Choice Award. He has been cited as one of the best actors never...
According to The Cruise Line International Association (CLIA), cruise travel is forecast to reach 106% of 2019 levels this year, with 31.5 million passengers sailing on the water. Other predictions include cruise travel will reach 36 million people in 2024, and more than 37 million...
I’m writing to share my feelings about giving up and just being done. I’ve come to the conclusion that nothing really means diddly anymore, going from day to day in an effort to find happiness and the illusion of caring for somebody. No one gives a rip....
Is it just my imagination, or does it seem like time has picked up speed lately … maybe even taken flight?! I don’t know about you, but it’s hard for me to believe that it’s already September 2023! Just a couple more months, and we’re...
This month, Morna reviews FREUD ON COCAINE – Sherman Oaks, THE RIGHT IS OURS – Sierra Madre, ROOM SERVICE - North Hollywood, and HANSEL AND GRETEL – West Hollywood...
Put your garden to work over winter by planting a cover crop this fall. Covering the soil with plants that are turned into the soil or smothered and allowed to decompose in spring provides many benefits. ...