Out Loud: More about water conservation …
Continuing with last week’s thoughts of water conservation, I remember a story Ernie Maxwell told about how he dealt with washing dishes after Betty...
Out Loud: Geno talks water conservation
I’ve come to enjoy washing small amounts of dishes by hand because the window over the sink affords lovely views of the flora and...
Out Loud: Conserving water …
I’ve come to enjoy washing small amounts of dishes by hand because the window over the sink affords lovely views of the flora and...
Out Loud: Boys with toys …
In 2003, Idyllwild Arts Foundation revised its Master Plan for the school to include new additions, such as a dining hall and a dormitory,...
Out Loud: A New Orleans-themed Easter Dinner
Like my friend, Lola, I enjoy cooking — just not for myself and/or Jack. I’m a social cook; I enjoy cooking with and for...
Out Loud: Black-eyed peas
In my younger days, conversations with my mother centered around her health, and what she ate that day and recent days. I remember her...
Out Loud: Read only the headline
Am I just preaching to the town choir when I say that reading social media postings proves many people believe anything they hear or...
Out Loud: Drastic changes in the weather
On March 1, 2004, 11 years ago, Jack underwent an extensive operation and spent about 10 weeks recovering before returning to work in his...
Out Loud: Jack’s famous spaghetti sauce …
In my adult life, I’ve been a vegetarian, a vegan and an omnivore. Right now, I’m an omnivore because I feel healthier, but if...
OUT LOUD: Appreciating transparency
A few weeks back, I wrote about the Art Alliance of Idyllwild board in this column, expressing concern about transparency issues several members brought...