Continuing from yesterday: Many of the women at the Walter Hoving Home come there from jail. Others are literally found on the streets of neighborhoods I avoid, by founders John and Elsie Benton. John Benton’s little red book, One Lady at a Time, recounts harrowing adventures of witnessing about Jesus in places where I might [...]
Teresa Wolf embraced me when we first met. “We’re huggers,” she said. Truly, I received more than my share of hugs during my visit to the Walter Hoving Home in Pasadena.I had long wondered about the place. Then recently I met Montonya Sauls and Laurie Reno outside Smart & Final, where they were collecting donations. [...]
It’s hard for me not to tell you what I think of this photo. But on Zen Monday, that job is yours. photos by John Sandel (PS: I’m trying out new templates and styles to see what works. I’ll appreciate your comments and suggestions.) Read the Full Story at Pasadena Daily Photo
I don’t suppose I’d go out alone after midnight, but I’m glad Boz and I can walk in our neighborhood after dark. He likes the shadows, the sounds, the unexpected. I can do without the intrigue, but it’s there. (Don’t mind me. I’m trying out new templates and styles to see what works.) Read the [...]
Frequently, writers must describe their works in a nutshell. For example, when seeking an agent or publisher for a novel, the writer sends a query letter. In the space of a single page, the query must describe your book’s plot, main characters and central conflict. It must also convey your style, show off your credits, [...]
I take “commute” pictures only when the traffic comes to a complete stop. I point the iPhone out the window and snap away, pretty much without knowing what I’m getting, because I’m watching what’s ahead of me. I don’t want to be the creep who holds up traffic when the light turns green. I dislike [...]
I thought about using this picture for Zen Monday, but apparently that thought has crossed my mind before. I decided not to make fun of this house, though, or these people. I think they just love their holidays. I don’t know if I’d want to be their neighbor, but it’s better than gang members hanging [...]
I’ve shown you these vehicles before–well, Boz showed them to you. They’re a popular mode of transportation on our block, though some little legs will soon grow too long to push them. I’m thinking of safety today, and the people who protect us, and the odd, awful story of a man who lost his hold [...]
(turn)It happened late one night. We all dashed out of our houses to discover what had made the creak, crash, boom. (turn)I guess the tree got old and gave up. I’m 5’4″ tall. When I stand next to this, it comes up to my shoulder. (turn)It was nice, all of us outside in the night, [...]
Pardon the saturation and the oversized photo. I want to make sure you can read it. Read the Full Story at Pasadena Daily Photo
