It was in the summer of 2006 when Patrick Sean O’Malley was commissioned to paint his first mural at Torrance Memorial Medical Center; four scenic wooden panels to be placed around the outdoor cafeteria seating area. The panels were so well received that more panels were added to cover the entire seating area and surround it with beautiful nature scenes.
Read MoreOur YWCA, here in San Pedro, California, was designed by the distinguished Architect and Engineer, Julia Morgan. Ms. Morgan, the first woman to be licensed as an Architect in California, was a trailblazer and a pioneer. Indeed, she was the first woman to be admitted to the world renowned lʹÉcole nationale supérieure des Beaux‐Arts in Paris.
Read MoreJune 1st 2021 will be the 96th birthday of Marilyn Monroe
Read MoreFrom the sea to the trees, Palos Verdes never runs short on new photography. It excites the seasoned and the beginner for the exact same reasons. Same place, same time, different day equals different photo.
Read More“June Is Bustin’ Out All Over” is one of the memorable tunes and dance number of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s famed musical Carousel that inspired this month’s theme. J
Read MoreNo kidding! Goat’s make the most wonderful companions.
We already know how great dogs are. They make us happy after a long day at work, keep us in shape, and take care of us just as much as we take care of them. But one of your favorite farm animals is giving man's best friend a run for his money.
Read MoreI have just returned from a wonderful trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe with my son, a trip delayed two years due to the pandemic. The most wonderful part of the trip was the 3 days we spent on Safari.
Read MoreDon Hurzeler has a business card that lists him as an “Old Retired Guy”. However, he does not let retirement get in the way of his writing best selling books and taking award winning photographs. Don is retired AND inspired.
Read MoreThe living room is arguably the most social of all the rooms in our home. Sometimes called the family room or the great room, it can be whatever you need it to be for your home and lifestyle. Technically speaking, a family room leans more towards cozy and casual, while a traditional living room or great room can be more formal
Read MoreMay 13th is the 71th Anniversary of the Dedication of Wayfarer's Chapel
Frank Lloyd Wright Jr. (1890-1978) was a well known American architect. He changed his name to Lloyd Wright to create his own individual identity.
Read MoreNational Trails Day Outdoor Volunteer Day at Abalone Cove with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, June 4th, 9am – 12pm. Celebrate National Trails Day with the Conservancy by helping to maintain and groom trails that protect habitat from erosion and provide safe enjoyment of the preserves. Sign up at https://pvplc.volunteerhub.com/.
Read MoreAfter more than a two-year hiatus, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Cherry Blossom Cultural Festival returned to Columbia Park in the City of Torrance. The City’s annual festival celebrates the annual Spring blooms of its Cherry Blossom trees and the South Bay’s diverse Asian population.
Read MorePeacocks are renowned for its breathing beauty. The spectacular beauty of Peacock makes it one of the most beautiful birds on earth. The colorful feathers of Peacock look hypnotic when they spread their train and quiver it for courtship display.
Read MoreIf you are an art lover or collector, you understand the value of viewing art in person. When a painting speaks to you from across the room, you move in closer, maybe six feet away, and then if it keeps calling, you walk up to view it three feet away and then up close and personal.
Read MoreFrom nurseries to teen domains, we are diving into kids' rooms and all that goes into making them fun and functional for kids of all ages! Our bedrooms are our sanctuaries and kids need spaces built just for them too. The fun of designing kids' rooms is the freedom to explore and make bold choices.
Read MoreThe final weeks of March marked the beginning of the Western Monarch Butterflies’ annual southern migration. Beginning in October, Western Monarchs travel south from the northern climates of the United States and Canada before settling in various areas along the California coast and as far as Mexico. As the temperatures begin to warm, the Butterflies return to their northern native habitats.
Read MoreCalendar of Submissions May 2022
Read MoreWhat’s my road to authenticity? Creativity.
Whether writing a song, a jingle, a musical, or a screenplay for television or film: It's in those moments of inspiration, getting lost in a soulful melody, a clever lyric, or a surprisingly perfect piece of dialog —ALL OF IT— has fed my soul and given me a sense of purpose and authenticity.
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