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Dear Librarian…
“Dear Librarian…” My continuing struggle against one of the oldest enemies in Los Angeles… IGNORANCE! William B. of Bellflower asks, “Dear librarian, I’m sure you have a screed about Thanksgiving. Can I hear it?” Gee, William, you’re right, and I was … Continue reading
Dear Librarian…
“Dear Librarian…” My continuing struggle against one of the oldest enemies in Los Angeles… IGNORANCE! Boris K. of Beverly Hills asks, “Dear Librarian, what’s up with Halloween anyway? Is it just another bullshit commercial opportunity like Christmas, or is there … Continue reading
Posted in Events
Tagged All Saints Day, All Souls Day, Day Of The Dead, dear librarian, Dia De Los Muertos, Halloween, holidays, Samhain
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Buy me THIS: Crazy Fun with Miniatures
OK, this is another Make me THIS. I have a friend at work who has so many tchotchkes on her desk that I threaten her with turning them into a diorama. They do occasionally end up in odd juxtapositions. So this … Continue reading
What I’m Thankful For This Year
Happy Thanksgiving! This year, I’m grateful for my cozy little apartment and the good health of my furry little friend who is getting up there in years. I’m grateful for my literary agent who continues to believe in my writing … Continue reading
¡Es La “Semana” De Los Muertos!
In days past one would celebrate El Dia de los Muertos on Nov. the 1st and 2nd in the privacy of one’s home, local cemetery, parish hall or select bastions of la cultura Mexicana like Olvera Street. Nowadays Day of … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Events, Miscellanious, Upcoming Events
Tagged art, calavera, community altars, Day Of The Dead, Dia De Los Muertos, holidays, Mexican Culture
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Tawny’s Tirades #01 – Give Me Back My Seasons!!!
Okay, I’m numbering these because I know there are a lot more to come. Tawny may be a laid-back Southern California girl, but everybody reaches their limit sometimes. And sometimes, “sometimes” can be just about every day, depending on how … Continue reading