Caring for the soul, winners and fabulous birthday trips under the eucalyptus trees
Do you have the courage to be real? Do you show your true colors or are you just one those faking it to fit in...
Machel’s Ranch
Sassy Santa, a trip to La Paz and more from around the Ranch
Miss Krista Lafferty is proud to be a Rancho Santa Fe Rotarian. Not only is she a member, she is active in the club. The...
Charity events, smart women and an inspirational story
Do you believe in angels? I do. I have never seen one in person, but have often thought, in retrospect, after meeting someone under an...
As Mr. Allen said, ‘The heart wants what the heart wants’
What happens when friends stop being friends? I’m sure you have experienced that one wonderful relationship that suddenly goes sour and your phone stops ringing....
Back to school, book tales, and parties in Rancho Santa Fe
Do you sometimes feel like a book chooses you? I do. An avid book reader and a frequent shopper at Book Tales in Rancho Santa...
Let’s find a solution: Let’s find a smile and a value, America
I’m not one to really delve deeply into political debates. However, lately I have noticed a very nasty trend: Complaining about America. I know. Life isn’t...
It was another summer to remember in Rancho Santa Fe
Can you believe that schools starts in Rancho Santa Fe in less than two weeks? As I watch each store pile up more school supplies...
The importance of being earnest in our friendships
Oscar Wilde once said, “A true friend stabs you in the front.” Originally, I was planning on sharing an over-the-top sappy friendship quote. However, after...
We are truly blessed to be living in America
While many in Rancho Santa Fe celebrated the parade on July 4, I was out of town for the first time in years during this...
Remembering Will Norton and finding joy in the Ranch
June gloom seems to be lifting and there have been sunny skies here in Rancho Santa Fe, which has me pondering a story I can’t...
Great summer reads, and more from around the Ranch
With summer only one week away, I must share with my readers one of my private joys. One that allows me to lighten-up during my...
One year later — still missing a dear friend who died too young
Last year my good friend died in April. Heidi Cruz was only 37 when pancreatic cancer ended her beautiful life. I want to remember her...
Living in the Ranch one of the best ‘presents’ in my life
Twelve years ago I moved from Los Angeles to Rancho Santa Fe. I remember driving down Via de la Valle for the first time toward...
Out from behind the clouds in Rancho Santa Fe
As I write this, the sun is shining mercilessly outside my window. The weather is glorious. And have you heard? We are officially out of...
An extra hour of daylight to enjoy local spring activities
Are you excited about daylight saving time? I am. I don’t mind losing that extra hour of sleep if that means I can have more time...
