Land before time…

If there is one thing you must do before you die, it is to see the grandeur of the Redwoods, in person. Pictures do them no justice. It is near impossible to capture the perspective of being amongst the largest trees in the world. And a photo can’t convey the muffled silence of such an [...]

Water park shenanigans and an evening of Kirtan Chant

You chatter incessantly to the top, as the butterflies churn in your stomach. All the courage is gone, even the pretend bravado you had going. Your fear comes in waves, as you hear people in the line ahead of you talk about water park casualties and how the slide should scientifically keep you from dying. [...]

An eagle’s eye view

Imagine standing on top of a mountain that has probably only grown a matter of inches in your lifetime. At 1500 feet, above the vast twinkling grid of Los Angeles, it’s easy to feel lost in the grand scheme of things. That is until you realize you aren’t alone, but with a tight knit group [...]

In-N-Out and back in again…

When hunger struck, it struck with surprising intensity. The refrigerator was looking desolate and barren, and I was home alone and car-less. I saw only one way out of this hunger bind, and that was to make a hike to the burger Mecca of Los Angeles, the In-N-Out burger.
Weather reports said it was around 98 [...]

We are riders on a mission, action kids in film condition, Rocket Power!

As we round the bend and see the carnival-like peninsula jutting off the water, I suddenly get the feeling that I’ve been here before, at least through film. The Ferris wheel itself is almost instantly recognizable and quickly sends my thoughts back to scenes from one of my favorite childhood cartoons, Rocket Power.
Rocket Power was [...]

Less talk and more laughter: Our trip to see the Silent Theatre.

My first thought upon seeing the outside of the vine covered movie theater was, “Well, isn’t this quaint.” But like a lot of buildings in the LA area, looks can be deceiving. Inside was a cozy and warmly lit atmosphere with all the dressings of a classic movie venue. It was surprisingly refreshing to be [...]