There is this adorable little store on Sunset Blvd.. in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, CA. It’s called Le Pink and offers an eclectic assortment of soaps, lotions, beauty products, etc. And it features a pink bubble gum machine! The top of the display cases hold a wide collection of cool vintage items and toys. Visiting … Continue reading »
Galleria in Glendale: just a few shots I captured. Linked to: Signs, Signs
Today my daughter gave me the best mother’s day gift ever! It is not an expensive gift, but it has sooooo much value to me…. [click photo to view] It is obviously precious to me because it expresses her love for me. But I also appreciate all the thoughts and time put into it. And humor, too…. … Continue reading »
P is for Prancing at Pixar. . . . linked to: ABC Wednesday Sign, Signs
Dear Prudence, won’t you come out to play Dear Prudence, greet the brand new day The sun is up, the sky is blue It’s beautiful and so are you Dear Prudence won’t you come out and play Dear Prudence open up your eyes Dear Prudence see the sunny skies The wind is low the birds … Continue reading »
This is how it works: Cee posts 4 questions every week, we answer and share by linking to her blog That’s it!. 1. How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are? Most of the time “I’m” 22, less than half my actual age, (until I catch a glimpse of my … Continue reading »
My dear friend Marco S. has recently sent me this photo of me that he found with his old stuff….
This week question from “Share Your World” is: . What are your 3 favorite photos? . So here are 3 photo that I really like. . The first one was taken in Bellagio, Italy [on lake Como]. I like it because it reminds me of home. I also enjoy the fact that I did not put a … Continue reading »
January 15 is my dad’s and my brother’s birthday. Wish they were still here…..
Here are my parents on their honeymoon in Milan, Italy. Of course this statement sounds very fancy read here in the USA. In reality they lived 50km away from Milan, but considering those times and the type of event, it was obviously something very special to them. When looking at the first photo, my mom … Continue reading »
Remembering my brother….
A very tranquil and relaxing day. Just like I like them! A couple of phone calls to mom and family; a few text messages…and the rest of the day at home doing what I like. Of course the highlight was Stephanie’s gift that I received in the mail few days ago, but I kept sealed … Continue reading »
I used to have a super crush on Jimi Hendrix when I was a teen ager. I even named my female dog Jimi after him. Here is one of his songs: After all the jacks are in their boxes And the clowns have all gone to bed You can hear happiness staggering on down the … Continue reading »
This is me around the time the song posted below was released. The photo was taken in Rome during a high school field trip. Notice the bell bottom pants. 1974. Mina is the singer and the artist playing the harmonica is Toots Thielemans. “Non Gioco Piu`” means “I Am Not Playing Anymore” Non gioco più … Continue reading »
linked to: Pet Pride lensday = four legged friends
My cat Caesar is the epitome of relaxation. What better title to represent Caesar’s images? Now it’s time to say good night Good night Sleep tight Now the sun turns out his light Good night Sleep tightDream sweet dreams for me Dream sweet dreams for you. Close your eyes and I’ll close mine Good night … Continue reading »
I attended elementary school a long time ago. In my hometown in Italy. Back then girls had to wear a white smock and boys a black one. I am the one with braids in this photo [first grade class]. Amazingly I actually remember all the first and last names of my elementary school mates. Maybe … Continue reading »
. . . ABC Wednesday
Here is an Italian song performed by Andrea Bocelli: Con Te Partiro` [= I'll Go With You]. I listed the original lyrics followed by the English translation. Quando sono solo sognoal-l’orizzontee mancan le parole Si lo so che non c’e luce in una stanza quando mancail sole Se non ci sei tu con me, con me Su le … Continue reading »
I took this photo in Malibu when I went to California to visit my daughter. “….I’d be safe and warm If I was in L.A. California dreamin On such a winters day…” Thursday Theme Song
My mom has some difficulties standing for long periods of time, so, when it’s time to give Lilo his bath, she brings a chair in front of the sink and goes to work… While taking these photos I felt guilty; I felt like those wildlife photographers that witness nature’s cruelty and don’t intervene to save … Continue reading »
“My” Isla Bonita is Sardinia. Sweet memories always come to mind when I think of times spent there. *sigh* good times!. Musical Monday Monday Music 4M’s Today I am grateful for a relaxing day
