At this time of year I wanted to share a bit about an organization that I’ve seen some interesting commentary about on occasion. It has been just over 14 years since Paul and I walked through the doors of the Elks Lodge in Thousand Oaks and we’ve had the honor to serve the last 5 here at Mojave Lodge #2059. When I think of everything that has transpired and all I have learned about the Elks as well as the … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Day 11 asks “What holidays are you grateful for?” ✅ Christmas is my favorite ❤️ It seems to draw everyone together in a gentler and more compassionate union. ✅ Halloween is fun. It is filled with character and color #30DaysofGratitudeDay11 #WhytoWow
[CLICK TO READ MORE]We come to the close of 2020 with so many mixed feelings. COVID and closures along with politics has dominated the media for the better part of this year – something that few of us saw coming. However, 2021 has already arrived in some parts of the world and we’re less than a day away from it here in California. As we look to the new year my hope for you is that it is filled with hope, peace, joy, … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
I know there are those who “hate” Christmas because of the shopping, the money, the inordinate overflow of traffic, the “tacky” decorations, and some even hate the music. Additionally, there are those that suggest we cancel Christmas. It seems that every year for the last few years I have gotten ill with some form of sinus challenge and all of its resulting coughing, fatigue, sleeplessness and so on. However, I have given little thought to it previously. Therefore, when asked … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
OK, I’m not talking about my elementary school band teacher OR “Harry Potter’s” deceased father… This story is a shade of another Mr. Potter who makes it to the homes of many TV viewers at least once a year around Christmas time. You’ve seen “It’s A Wonderful Life”. Yes, I’m talking about THAT Mr. Potter. Additionally, you remember when the bank examiner is looking for the “missing” $8,000? George is desperate and he is listening to Mr. Potter as our … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
This is the best “chain letter/email” that we have received in years – instead of just sending it to those on our “list” we decided to post it here and let you share. May your holidays be warm and bright! Additionally, we’ve included a beautiful recording that was left at K-EARTH radio station back in 1984. Dear children, It has come to my attention that many of you are upset that folks are taking My name out of the season. Maybe you’ve forgotten that I … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
