Elana and I have been listening to a lot of hit music on the radio together, and watching some of the videos. A few days ago this 11 year-old gave me a splendid reason to watch the latest controversial hit. Have you seen it? “Scott, there’s a new video with Lady Gaga and Beyonce.” “Yeah?” [...]
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Ocean Beach has a colony of parrots, originally from northeast Mexico, who have decided to kick back and enjoy the Bohemian vibe and counterculture traditions of OB. I love these birds and how colorful and loud they are. When they finally showed up, I called Alexis on her cell phone. As a result of a [...]
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Monday, February 22, 2010
You can gain more insight into the modern world by staring at a slab of sidewalk in Ocean Beach than you can from watching dozens of hours of television. Got it? You’re all individuals! Share on Facebook
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Sunday, February 21, 2010
Winter sunsets at southern California beaches often are a lot more impressive than the ones that take place during the summer. They happen a couple of hours earlier, too. This is what it looked like at Ocean Beach at about 5:35 PM. Share on Facebook
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
You can learn a lot about a society from its humor. Here is a joke that’s making its way around the local fancy rich-kid elementary schools of suburban North County San Diego: “What’s the difference between Tiger Woods and Santa? Answer: Santa limits himself to three ho’s.” I should mention that this is one of [...]
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Saturday, January 30, 2010
Here is a remarkable video, story of which is more interesting than the pictures. Humboldt County is one of the most amazing places on Earth. Being among the giant redwoods makes me feel the same way swimming with dolphins does. I feel as if I must get as close to the trees as possible. [...]
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…at the beach. Stormy weather suits me fine, so long as I remain above the flood line! Share on Facebook
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Saturday, January 16, 2010
We spent several hours (and $34.50) at the local suburban multiplex this afternoon, watching a talking picture called Avatar. I grew up in Hollywood. I’ve been involved in the arts since I was about a month old. I figure I know plenty about the picture business and media criticism. Avatar is the most accurate and [...]
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Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Happy New Year, friends, and Happy New Decade. Here’s the text for the latest health law class I’m teaching this term. It’s a fine book with a lot of interesting information. Share on Facebook
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