Making Changes

A fellow blogger brought this to light on her post today and although I’ve said it in another post I’ll go ahead and say it again. Me and Facebook need to be further apart. I am posting way too much over there and not enough here, something I’ve toiled over since 2004. Just look at … Continue reading Making Changes

Smilin’ Jack

If you grew up in the South Bay like I did (Wilmington in particular), your Halloween just wasn’t complete until you and your family paid a visit to Smilin’ Jack (see image). It’s a tradition that has taken place for the last 60 years and the local residents love it. So what exactly happens when … Continue reading Smilin’ Jack

2012 Long Beach Marathon Bike Tour

Under normal circumstances, getting me to wake up at any unreasonable hour of the morning usually requires tons of pestering by anything or anybody. That or it takes being cajoled with the promise of donut holes for breakfast. But there is one day of the year when waking up at 3:30 am is not only … Continue reading 2012 Long Beach Marathon Bike Tour

Wii U Experience in Los Angeles

Saturday was a busy day for us. In addition to attending an L.A. Galaxy soccer game, the family went to the invitation-only Wii U Experience in Los Angeles (or more precisely, Hollywood) to experience firsthand what Nintendo’s latest system has to offer. The event was held at Siren Studios on Sunset Boulevard and was scheduled … Continue reading Wii U Experience in Los Angeles

At LA Galaxy Game

It's University of Phoenix Alumni Night. Ann earned her BSIT from UoP in 2003. It's our first soccer game and so far it's been interesting.