Impressing vs. Expressing?
“Our humanity comes to its fullest bloom in giving. We become beautiful people when we give whatever we can give: a smile, a handshake, a kiss, an embrace, a word...
Discovering Daily Grace
“I was with God all day. He was with me when I woke up at 530 am to greet the sun. He was with me when a generous, disabled man...
Dear Mr. President
President Barack Obama at the California Science Center during Barbara Boxer’s fundraiser. ( Photo courtesy of Randy Palisoc ) “We are fortunate in our society that a means of resistance...
Finding Peace!
“Peace is not the product of terror or fear. Peace is not the silence of cemeteries. Peace is not the silent result of violent repression. Peace is the generous, tranquil...
In the presence of greatness: First Person
FIRST PERSON In the presence of greatness Dear President Obama, Today, as I shook your hand, as I caught your genuine broad smile, from the second row of the California...
Kindness on the People’s Coast
Two beach walkers by the wading pond in Harris Beach. Taken at sunset. July 2010. “ Right action demands that we find a deeper and truer source of energy and...
Wildflowers at the Top
The blooming wildflowers at a nearby garden, miles from this canyon. I loved the color combinations. Pink flowers in bloom in an adjoining garden on the way to the canyon....
Our 31st Wedding Anniversary
Si Prosy at Ike ay umaapaw ang kaligayahan nila sa napakainit at napakalalim na pagtingin at pagmamahal ng kapamilya, kapuso at kaibigan na nagbigay ng kanilang katangian, kaalamanan, kagalingan sa...
Year of Abundance: Inner Peace, Love and Generosity!
Maura Brito surrounded by Parisian gay men welcoming both of us to Paris in March. Immaculate Heart of Mary Church’s Second Night of Simbang Gabi Tatiana Ali, Jannelle So, Edelyn...
Thanksgiving Photos 2009
One thanksgiving day in Los Angeles, flanked by family and new friends, we enjoyed our meals. They were prepared over a five-day period to make sure the flavors were marinated,...