In the last 10 days Myanmar and China have seen more suffering than all the world should have to endure in a year, or maybe a lifetime. Events like this make me feel like we really are living in the suffering of the "end times", even if the end does not come for a long … Continue reading Pray

Last week I had lunch with my good friend John, at one of South Pasadena's cultural icons (newly renovated - now featuring cloth table napkins!).John has had a remarkable life, and I count him as one of my favorite human beings. At one point in life, he was even a member of The New Christy … Continue reading Coachella Reprive – Excellence & Humility

Last Saturday night, in the desert, under the stars, with 40,000 young people, and a handful of us old dudes. Lots of funny cigarette smoke too. Ok, so its like 10:45 PM, and its way past my middle-aged bedtime. But there is more to come, and I have to rally.What a day. And then, at … Continue reading Coachell Musings – Tres – Too Much Competition

Last Friday, I spent an amazing day in the desert, at the Coachella music festival, with my daughter and friends. I am so glad I went, I start smiling whenever I think about it.The day we went, there were about 40,000 people in attendance, and as I commented, a whole lot of people far younger … Continue reading Coachella Musings – Section B