The President of the United States of America!

Election night, November 4, 2008, I watched election returns with friends. We were all overjoyed with the result!
I followed the transition in the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, on television, and in almost daily emails from President-Elect Obama’s transition team.
I was glued to my television from Friday afternoon before the Inauguration until late [...]

Recalled to life

“Dad! I checked your blog and you haven’t written anything since April!”
That my daughter, Susan, reads my blog is exciting news. That she expects me to keep it up is high praise.
I don’t blog to introduce guilt into my life. But, in this case, a little guilt may not be a bad thing. Well, let’s [...]

Bringing light

From her earliest days as an entertainer and activist, Joan Baez has inspired millions through her music and by her actions. Her life is characterized by her passionate and ceaseless efforts to bring the healing light of peace and social justice to the dark corners of the world. Until recently, she has resisted pressure to [...]