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I love great food, interesting books, fascinating travel, outrageous movies, and bacon, especially when it sits on top of a great cheeseburger!
I work in entertainment - and I have been lucky enough to interview some really talented Artists - that guides my posts: interesting and provocative movies, music, social media and of course, food, since I believe strongly in the maxim, "everyone eats!"
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A Horrific Natural Disaster Up Close: The Beach Houses Of Pacific Coast Highway…
The Iconic Beaches Of Malibu… This is a photo I took a few years ago of an idyllic beach along Malibu’s coastline…that is, until last week’s firestorm in Los Angeles country destroyed entire neighborhoods. As the smoke begins to clear… Read More ›
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My Pause In Posting Due To The Southern California Fires…
This is a look at the smoke that is hanging over much of my neighborhood in Beverly Hills California. Southern California is dealing with an unprecedented fire disaster, with more than 10,000 homes and businesses destroyed so far. For those… Read More ›
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Happy Birthday Nicolas Cage! I Watched SEVEN “Cage-tacular” Films To Celebrate!
Nicolas Cage Rules! Happy 61st birthday to one of Hollywood’s most unique talents! Let me get that out of the way first and foremost: for decades now, Nicolas Cage has put himself out there for movie lovers to enjoy –… Read More ›
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My “Music A – Z” Has Hole! Queen! And Some Ramones In The Key Of “R!”
Songs With An “R” Are Dramatic! Raucous And Full Of Love – Courtney That Is! I had a great time looking at songs “with an R” because they cover a wide range of musical genres, but all have the infectious… Read More ›
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Have You Hiked “The Narrows?” Here Is Our Water-Logged “Virgin River” Trip Into Zion National Park!
Welcome To “The Narrows!” As we steam ahead into 2025, my wife Alex and I have a goal to continue with new outdoor adventures like this one. It’s one of the world’s most beautiful – and unique hikes…because you not… Read More ›
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World Travel A – Z: “G-Day” From “A” – Australia! I Explore Bondi Beach, Melbourne And Bugs Too!
Hello, Sydney! Welcome to one of the most beautiful sights in the world! It’s Sydney, Australia of course, and the gorgeous Opera House – one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, along with Sydney’s iconic Harbor Bridge… I… Read More ›
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Goodbye 2024! Welcome 2025 With Grilled Onion Smash Burgers And Good Luck Food!
Time To “Smash” Into 2025! Well, it’s the last day of 2024, and as I say goodbye to the year, I have to share some of my favorite bites of the year…oh, and the most controversial too! Remember this? Behold… Read More ›
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Need Some Inspiration For 2025? Ted Baxter’s Got The Original “Ted Talk”! A Legendary Newsman Offers A New Outlook On Life!
Feeling Down? Ted Baxter’s Got The Answer! There are days (perhaps longer!) where life is frustrating and can wear you down – but as Don Henley said in his song “Long Way Home”: “There’s three sides to every story babeThere’s… Read More ›
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Flying High Over Detroit – Some Early Morning Air Travel! Plus Remembering Portugal’s Wild Ride!
“Slightly Out Of Focus” Moon Over Detroit! There was no other title that made sense for this photo, which I took as we flew over Detroit very early in the morning…because everyone seems to be traveling this holiday season and… Read More ›
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Want Hollywood Up Close? Here’s The Hike To The Iconic Hollywood Sign!
Hanging Out At The Iconic Hollywood Sign! Alex surprised me for my birthday one year with a hike to the top of the iconic “HOLLYWOOD” sign – that’s right, straight to the top of the entertainment business! The Hollywood Sign… Read More ›
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