Although the signs repeatedly stressed "authentic" and "real", I'm quite sure they didn't have plastic/aliminum tinsel Christmas decorations or icicle lights at the Calico mining town back in 1881, let alone ATM's. What can I say, but for those who enjoy touring historic towns, Calico Ghost Town was a bit of a bust. Granted, we got in at the $10.00 per car holiday rate (as opposed to the … [Read more...]
Personal Musings
Rants, raves and thoughts about topics such as politics and religion.
A Few Hours in San Luis Obispo
Not sure why or when the Mission in San Luis Obispo hit my bucket list, (a movie perhaps?) but it did and now I get to scratch it off. We spent a few hours on the morning of December 26th, 2010 visiting the Mission Church, its Museum and walking around the Plaza. The Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa was the fifth California mission founded by Father Junipero Serra, Sept. 1, 1772 and the … [Read more...]
Christmas at Morro Dunes
After leaving San Francisco, we decided that Morro Bay would be the perfect place to spend our first Christmas away from home after reading the description for Morro Dunes RV Park: "Whether it is recreation or relaxation that you are seeking, Morro Dunes RV Park is one of the most beautiful, enjoyable locations on the California Coast. Enjoy camping at our pristine nine mile stretch of … [Read more...]
Holiday Greetings and Gratitude
With Christmas and New Year's nigh, it is time again to reflect on what has been a most incredible and rewarding journey. It's almost hard to believe that I am about to start my 14th year as an online entrepreneur, affiliate marketer and coach. But that achievement would have been impossible without you --- my readers, students, clients and customers. So, to all those who have followed me … [Read more...]
No Health Care: No Freedom
I have many friends in the U.S. and spend a lot of time there. It's a place to which the promise of "freedom" has attracted millions of people from the world over. But seriously, I'm confused about the concept of freedom in the United States, especially as it relates to fulfillment of basic human needs, e.g. health care. For example, I have friends in the United States who are natural … [Read more...]
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