This fall season was a whirlwind of memorable moments! My trip to Sierra Madre, California, to visit my family and friends was lovely. Halloween Horror Nights was an adrenaline rush - the lively and chaotic atmosphere and spine-chilling experiences truly set the spooky mood for the season. Rogers Garden and the Farmhouse Restaurant in Newport Beach were a delight, with the vibrant autumnal scenery enhancing every moment. From wandering the gardens to savoring delicious dishes…

Wow — summer truly came and went with the blink of an eye, at least for me! I started off my summer with a bang when I flew my best friend out to the East Coast to spend a couple weeks with me and in NYC for Pride weekend. We danced the night away at an iconic Susanne Bartsch' pride party, BOOM and spent the following first day celebrating at the parade and watching performances at the PrideFest stage…

I started off the month wrapping up my trip back home to Los Angeles to visit family and friends. Just as often as I get the travel itch, I get the itch to be back in my space, especially once day six of being in the same house as my mother rolls around, lol! Regardless, I of course thoroughly enjoyed my seventh time seeing the renowned Southern California based Pink Floyd tribute band, Which One’s Pink with her & best friend. Pink Floyd was one of my late fathers favorite bands and, in attempting to connect with his memory, quickly became one of mine. My best friend, being partially raised by his hippie-burner mother, was obviously super game to join me…