Happy Fourth!

Today’s traditional serving of All American beer was replaced with a healthy dose of self-reflection. While today involved far less alcohol (none) than initially planned, I can’t complain. Sitting in Alta Plaza Park with Natasha chitchatting about clothes, recipes and life plans was exactly what I needed after a very fun 13 days since my… Continue reading Happy Fourth!

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Risky Business

“So let’s roll the dice one more time. Take a chance on love again tonight. Risk it all, lay it on the lie.” –Collide by Kid Rock

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Looks I’m Loving

Happy Hump Day! That salutation really doesn’t have the same zazz when you’re unemployed. Anyhow, it’s a great day because it is not pouring rain in the middle of summer! To celebrate that and the fact that I haven’t spent a dime in the past 3 days, I am taking myself on a little trip.… Continue reading Looks I’m Loving

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Texting and the New Generation

Probably four months ago now, Natasha came home from studying in the park and was telling me about a conversation she overheard. A rather astute stoner said, “Texting has created a generation of pussies.” Well this little insight has stayed with me for months. I have thought a lot about it and what I see… Continue reading Texting and the New Generation

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A Weekend in North Beach

It’s called “Little Italy” and I absolutely agree. Sitting outside Caffé  Roma in North Beach had me immediately back in Europe. I had been to North Beach many times before, but this was really the first time I went without a reason to go. I strolled aimlessly for hours, peaking in bookstores and cheese shops,… Continue reading A Weekend in North Beach

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