Coachella 2008. What an amazing experience!Polo grounds in the middle of the desert. 97 degrees, hot hot sunshine. 40,000+ people. Music (loud!), art, food, water (lots), more music, and a festive, clean, absolutely fun environment.Only problem; I felt 25 years too old. And I was. By my estimation, and that of the friends and kids … Continue reading Coachella Musings – Installment 1

When our girls were little, almost every time family and friends gathered at our house (usually with extra kids joining the bunch) their would be, eventually, a "show" by the kids. All the adults had to sit in one room, while the Norris girls would co-direct and act in some form of short impromptu comedy … Continue reading Thoroughly Modern Millie

A year ago, my then 16 year old daughter was dying to go to the Coachella Music Festival. Remembering what concerts were like when I was a kid, I thought it might be better to wait a year, and have a parent go along. And so, it is a year later, and we are fired … Continue reading Coachella Music Festival

Its Earth Day.I have always been very moved by John Rutter's hymns, and in particular, the one noted below.For the beauty of the earthFor the glory of the skies,For the love which from our birth Overand around us lies.Lord of all, to Thee we raise,This our hymn of grateful praise.Here is hoping that as I … Continue reading For the Beauty of The Earth

Alright friends, we have booked the date. June 20th, at IFlyHollywood.

Ok, so tonight I have a cold, and I am sitting around the house feeling mostly poopy. However, there is something redemptive in this, catching up on the new season of Deadliest Catch. What a show!And then, in the midst of flipping over commercials with the DVR, I happen upon the commercial below. I just … Continue reading The World is Just Awesome

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This is my youngest daughter. This photo is now about 12 years old. Often, children teach us so much about ourselves and life, if we are but willing to listen. Jesus knew this too, and spoke of it.Perhaps 6 or 7 years ago, my youngest girl and I were driving someplace, to accomplish some long … Continue reading Professor Hawking, and a Ride in the Car

Joshua Bell is one of the world's most accomplished violinists. He plays a violin made 1713 by Antonio Stradivari during the Italian master's "golden period," toward the end of his career, when he had access to the finest spruce, maple and willow, and when his technique had been refined to perfection. It is estimated Mr. … Continue reading Leisure, The Subway, and Music

Three things.First, congratulations to the amazing Memphis Tigers. They played with heart, determination, and blinding speed. They should be in the NBA.Second, thank you Bruin basketball team for a great season, and thanks Ben Howland for exuding class in all you do.Third. Kevin Love, be true to your school. Wouldn't it be nice.....if you were.