Have you ever thought about the universe? How big is it? How and when did it begin? What does it contain? How will it end? Will it end? These “cosmic questions” were once the domain of philosophers. Remarkably, in the 20th century, such questions became the purview of science fiction and TV comedies.
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In our modern world, people often lose sight of the past or remain entirely unaware of the trailblazers and pioneers who paved the way. For decades, Mary Pickford’s name was associated with her appearance. She was viewed as “the girl with the golden curls” and the picture of sweetness and light. What few may have realized is that she was a powerful titan of industry, a creative force, and a visionary ahead of her time.
Read MoreEven when the world is calm or ridden by an Armageddon, people always have a choice in all the things they do.
Read MoreIn addition to reading your Sun Sign, it is also helpful to read your Rising Sign for further enhancement. ;-)
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Celebrate Autism Awareness Month with Poetry and Art!
Read MoreWonderful opportunities arise when you ask yourself the right questions.
Read MoreIn 1965 Lucille Ball not only spent time at Marineland of the Pacific she actually filmed an episode of The Lucy Show. In that episode she tried to retrieve a ball from the tank. Of course as always things didn't go as planned and she found herself in another a predicament. In this case in the tank with the dolphin and soaking wet. While far from glamorous in this particular episode she spent much of her early career as a beautiful movie star.
Read MoreIsolation at half A MILLION miles from earth
Fifty years ago this month we learned the crucial lessons of what a “successful failure was. Apollo XIII showed us surviving skills for managing any crisis. The five “‘ations” Anticipation, Isolation, Communication, Application and Participation.
The NASA Astronauts of Apollo XIII and their support teams showed us how to overcome a crisis and survive.
Read MoreIn the late fifteenth century, Spanish author Garci Rodriguez del Montalvo wrote a best-selling fantasy novel titled Las Sergas de Esplandian (The Exploits of Esplandian). In it the hero visits an island named for Queen Califia, an imposing Amazon.
Read MoreWe are all at home now, in the place that should be our happy place, our soft spot to land. How does it feel? Are you overwhelmed because the clutter you are accustomed to leaving behind when you go to work is surrounding you 24/7?
Read MoreFor over 27 years the Marine Mammal Care Center has cared for over 8,000 sick, stranded or injured seals, sea lions and elephant seals rescued along the coastline of Los Angeles County
Read MoreLife in PV has changed. The runners and bikers going by my house, usually a chatty crowd, are instead spread out single file, roughly a car length apart.
Read MoreAs I am peeling myself out of bed and my feet hit the floor, my mind goes straight to my parents and grandparents. They are the first and last ones I think of, after I open my eyes and right before I fall asleep.
Read MoreI suppose the main thing that sets this information apart from other accounts you may read is that it is all written by me from personal knowledge or recollection, which one can do if one has lived here since 1947. I didn’t have to look any of this stuff up, no cut and paste.
Read MoreWhen I moved from Europe to California I quickly discovered Amazon. I was amazed by the simplicity of shopping. Boxes on the porch easy returns, friendly customer service. Almost all my shopping I made online including groceries. We moved with 9 suitcases and after 2 years we could pack up 3 moving trucks.
Read MoreIn addition to reading your Sun Sign, it is also helpful to read your Rising Sign for further enhancement. ;-)
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Driving over the Vincent Thomas bridge the historical marker for the “Japanese Fishing Village” is easily overlooked. I finally decided to take the time to follow the signs along Ferry Street to Terminal Island Way that lead to the site of the once-thriving Fishing Village along Seaside Avenue.
Read MoreAmerica's story as seen through the lens of cinema of Hollywood's Golden Age with author Manny Pacheco.
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