The Bears Are Back! As we all “shelter in place” during this worldwide pandemic, we are seeing a great resurgence of wild life around the world! Wildlife biologist Ranger Katie, told the press that Yosemite National Park’s wild bears have… Read More ›
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The Legendary Stan’s Donuts Closes! Westwood’s Sad Decline…
Westwood’s Legendary Stan’s Donuts Has Closed… Another bit of Hollywood history has closed…Stan’s Donuts was located in Westwood Village, which at one time was a bustling entertainment area of Los Angeles. This is just another tragic loss of Hollywood history…. Read More ›
Tokyo’s Oldest Wooden Train Station Is Closed! Harajuku’s Covid Desolation!
An Iconic Piece Of Tokyo History Is No More! Another slice of Tokyo history has closed its doors…in this case, it’s Tokyo’s incredible and longest standing WOODEN train station, located in one of Tokyo’s busiest shopping districts…until now. As always,… Read More ›
Seven Books That Influenced Me! My “Wednesday Bookmobile” Has Classics New And Old!
Time To Read! During these times of “sheltering at home”, many of us have had the chance to catch up on books we’ve not had the time until now to read. My blogging friend Robbie Cheadle inspired me to share… Read More ›
The Grand Canyon Is CLOSED! “Hitch Hiking” One Of The World’s Natural Wonders Is Now Off Limits!
The Grand Canyon Is Closed! One of the world’s greatest natural wonders has now closed to the public, as the coronavirus has made it too dangerous to those who live and work there. As Newswer reports: “It is a relief… Read More ›
“Amanda” Has Terrific Adventures! Wednesday’s Bookmobile Has A Great Series Of Young Adult Books!
Join Amanda On A World Of Adventure! Look at this terrific series of books written for middle-school aged minds – filled with mystery and wonder, all focused on one young girl who travels the world! “Amanda” Has The Best Adventures!… Read More ›
UPDATE To The Nate ‘n Al Restaurant Closure Story! Iconic Beverly Hills Hangout Offers Hope Of Re-Opening!!
Update To The Nate n Al Story! Here’s an important update to yesterday’s news out of the restaurant world in Beverly Hills – the legendary Nate ‘n Al restaurant, a fixture in the 90210 area code for more than 72… Read More ›
Chicago’s Incredible River Walk Is Closed! Here’s A Tour Of What You Can’t See!
Welcome To Chicago – And The Chicago River! It’s one of the most beautiful – and enjoyable – walks in America: the 2 miles of riverfront along the Chicago river, which has been turned into a great place for tourists… Read More ›
Hiking Through Beverly Hills History! Legendary “Pickfair” Estate! Elvis! My “Social Distancing Hiking” Adventure!
A Beverly Hills 90210 Sunrise! Good morning from Beverly Hills! Here is the view east from the top of Beverly Hills, which I took one morning while on a walk. As we are all living in some way in our… Read More ›
Beverly Hills…An Eerie 90210 Silence As “Shelter At Home” Is The New Normal…
Welcome To Beverly Hills 90210! Yes, there is a strange “new normal” in Beverly Hills – just like the rest of the world right now, as we “shelter in place” and fight back against the coronavirus. For those who haven’t… Read More ›