I always knew flower were SPECIAL. I have always admired their beauty and love the joy they bring. But didn’t realize the strong effect they had on our wellbeing and how truly special they were.
The power of the flowers and their ability to contribute to our emotional health and our wellbeing has been well researched and documented.
Read More(Dr Shelley’s newest book, “Vagal Joy (if you have the nerve) The Art and Science of Hypno-Neurology” was just released this week. It is an easy read loaded with practical things you can do to be happy, healthy and wise.)
Read MoreLong considered as an iconic symbol of the Peninsula, the Reverend Dr. David Brown and the Architectural Resources Group (ARG) are determined to gain national recognition for Wayfarers Chapel and its architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, Jr., commonly referred to as Lloyd Wright (Wright), as a National Historic Landmark (NHL).
Read MoreThroughout history, the oceans have captivated human imagination, giving birth to countless legends and myths. One such enduring myth is that of the mermaid, a mysterious half-human, half-fish creature that has fascinated civilizations across the globe.
Read MoreEvery home gardener grows tomatoes for good reason. Stores often sell tomato varieties that ship well and look pristine with taste as an afterthought. They arrive at the store after a long journey in a refrigerated truck that turns their flesh mealy and their true taste undeveloped. A tomato from the garden however, has a firm texture and pops with flavor.
Read MoreBetty White’s award-winning career spanned seven decades. From the early days of television on the game-show circuit to her unforgettable roles on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Golden Girls, and Hot in Cleveland, she was the First Lady of Television. With her irreverent wit and comedic timing, she was a force of nature forever cherished by fans young and old
Read MoreThe Palos Verdes Golf Club (PVGC) hosted the Ladies Professional Golf Association’s (LPGA) for the 2023 DIO Implant LA Open from March 27th to April 2nd. Competing for the $1.75 million purse were 144 golfers including sixteen of the top twenty golfers on the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings (RWWGR), major championship winners, multiple winners on the LPGA tour, and notable alumni from UCLA, USC, and Pepperdine University.
Read MoreIn a world that may seem scary, nerve racking, or uneasy, it is important for people to find their happy place. It is important that we have a safe space to be ourselves whatever that may look like. Estela Rivas Bryant is someone who has been able to offer this to young female hockey players through a local non-profit program.
Read MoreMichael Choi and his brothers, Aaron and Joseph, owners of Fire Grazers, Inc. have returned for their annual brush clearance activities across the Peninsula. To many Peninsula residents and residents of surrounding areas, they have become local celebrities along with their herd of 700 goats.
Read MoreImagine yourself happily in the flow and on purpose, in your life, in your relationships and in your sport or hobby.
Mindfulness gets you out of your own way so you enter a well-orchestrated flow state.
Read MoreHere is a short story of what happens behind the scenes at the Aquarium of the Pacific locatedin Long Beach, California.
Read MoreTherapy Dog Maya recently visited a group mental health session for teenage girls at Torrance-based Del Amo Hospital. As she worked her way around the circle, each of the troubled teens had a chance to pet, scratch or hug her. Maya lingered a moment with one 15-year-old girl, who turned to Maya’s handler, Jim, and said quietly, “This is the happiest time I have had since I’ve been here.” Then she smiled.
Read MoreTorrance, CA -- Presented by the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation, TOCApalooza (formerly South Bay Festival of the Arts) is a free, family-friendly festival with a day packed with entertainment experiences for everyone! Spend Saturday, June 24th, swinging in the summer season with live performances on 3 stages, interactive activities for kids, specialty vendors and exhibitors offering exclusive art work, food, wine, and other adult beverages.
Read MoreA Hilltop Estate overlooking the Pacific Ocean or $5,000,000 is just a $150 raffle ticket away for the lucky winner of the 2023 Palos Verdes Dream House Raffle. The first and oldest house raffle licensed in California, proceeds help fund the Palos Verdes Art Center’s education, exhibition and outreach programs, keeping them available, accessible and affordable during these challenging times.
Read MoreMy friends who meet at Mayers bakery are quite interested in artificial intelligence. We are the “Bakery Boys” and each week we solve one of the world’s big problems. Unfortunately, by the next meeting we have forgotten the problem and the solution. No wonder we are interested in artificial intelligence, or AI.
Read MoreThe Pastel Society of Southern California (PSSC) announces its 14th Annual Gallery Exhibition showcasing members' artworks, to be held April 26 - May 21 at the Promenade on the Peninsula, 550 Deep Valley Dr., Suite 117
Read MoreTraveling and capturing iconic locations in photographs is my passion. But sharing one’s work is immensely gratifying as well. That’s not uncommon I guess. Every week folks share photos on Facebook, Instagram and such. But gathering Likes for your photos isn’t nearly gratifying enough. Not when Facebook posts are seen and instantly forgotten.
Read MoreMay is a month of infinite variety with 31 days of different holidays from “old fashioned” May 1st, “National” Truffle Day (2nd), Quiche Lorraine Day (20th), Wine Day(25th), Hamburger Day (28th), and solemn respectful “Memorial Day”, the last Monday of the month, honoring those who died in military service to the United States of America.
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