Archive for November, 2011
What Now: Humor? It can really get ya’ down
by Laura Walcher If you’ve missed your perfectly every-day sense of humor lately, well, it’s no wonder. But black humor may be your thing; if so, you’re in hog-humor-heaven with me. My personal favorite was Steven Colbert, who noted the headline, “Cain Hits Home Run with Kimmel.” “…impressive,” exuded Colbert, “because he was only trying […]
Europe: Financial Crisis or Opportunity?
By Rick Brooks I’m taking a risk with this column, because the rapid pace of change ‘across the pond’ means that everything could be different by the time you read this. Having said that, Europe’s problems are deeply seated, and to put it mildly, far deeper than a ‘mere’ banking crisis. Today’s European Union, the […]
Secret #2: Why an Innocent Approach is a Smart Way to Go
Sabine Starr, Certified Life Coach The second secret in this series of 10 simple ways to experience relief in daily life is: Adopting a Stand for Innocence. My company motto, “Reclaim the Ease of a Childhood Summer,” is inspired by that way of being. If you watch a child at play you can see how […]
Between the Lines
It’s All Greek to Me I seem to be setting off on a tangent—Greek mythology—and it’s like I’m embarking on a cross-country train trip—I’m not sure which country—with an onslaught of new and familiar sights whizzing by so fast I can hardly keep up with them. It started with a recent piece in The New […]
The Holiday Dilemma
By Ilene Hubbs My kids were raised with a Jewish mother and a Catholic father, and we were determined to give them the holiday experiences that each of us grew up with. For our family it wasn’t so much the sharing of religious teachings but instead a way to recognize and respect our family’s differences […]
Real Estate Auction Angels Launches Promo Video
For Immediate Release… San Diego, CA – Real Estate Auction Angels launches it’s promotional video. Real Estate Auction Angels, which specializes in creating backup plans for real estate short sales, has launched its new and updated website. The site provides realtors, home buyers and real estate investors with the information they need […]
Mid-Week Shopping
Change is in the works for the Mission Hills’ Farmers’ Market Starting in December, there will be a new manager to the weekly Mission Hills’ Farmers’ Market. His name is Brian Beevers. He is excited about his role and building a relationship with Mission Hills’ residents and guests who shop at the Farmers’ Market. Beevers […]
Santa Photos in Mission Hills
Santa arrives for photos, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, December 4 at Coldwell Banker at 1621 West Lewis. One sitting and one free 4×6 print to each family.. Photography provided by Meredith French, reprints available. Participants are asked to bring donations for Toys for Tots. Refreshments are provided. No RSVP necessary. Come by to […]
Balboa park’s 34th Annual December Nights
Balboa Park December Nights will take place for the 34th consecutive year from 5 to 10 p.m., Friday, Dec. 2, and noon to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3. The event brings families and friends together to spread holiday joy, learn more about the cultural value of Balboa Park and kick-off the “most wonderful time of […]
