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CELEBRATING VERONICA

August 23rd was Veronica's birthday, so off to Beverly Hills and lunch at Gucci Osteria on Rodeo Drive. I love chef extraordinaire Mattia Agazzi and knew he would do something very special for Veronica! We settled on the tasting menu which had all the exquisite dishes...

FUN STUFF IN AUGUST

August began beautifully with a visit from Lovely Lisa who has moved back to California! We've been friends forever, as this photo will testify. This was about the time she taught me her star routine from Chorus Line! Oh my gosh, what fun to also see I still had my...

JOYFUL JULY

Sweet Annie came over to work with Veronica on a project of hers and we all had so much fun...including Somi! A trip to Tiffany's in Beverly Hills to add to Veronica's charm bracelet. Followed by a fabulous lunch at 208 Rodeo just next door! Watermelon & Burrata...

A JOYFUL 4th

Next to Thanksgiving, the 4th of July is my all-time favorite for celebrating, hosting friends, playing games with prizes, and having an all-around joyful time! This year was no exception...with preparations beginning a week ahead. Somi went to Go Hollywood Pet Center...

BUT WAIT… THERE’S MORE FOR JUNE!

Dinner at Rüen Pair in Thai Town was terrific! Afterwards, the best ice cream next door at Kanomwaan. And a little grocery shopping. Wondering why Lovely Susi is Laughing? Because I had forgotten I gave her the sunglasses I had just admired. No matter, we had a...

WONDERFUL JUNE

Absolutely nothing brings more joy to an artist than when a collector falls in love with their work. This happened to Janice, and she could not get this painting out of her mind. When hubby Mitch approved the purchase, it was great fun watching the two of them...

MAY IS MY BIRTHDAY MONTH

There was just time to catch this year's Pasadena Showcase House of Design before it closed on the 18th, my birthday. I dearly miss Charles Norman who was a fine collector of my work since I was an exhibitor at Art Expo in the 80's! What fun seeing fantastically...

WONDERFUL MAY

It is always a great joy to witness the Music Center's annual "Very Special Arts Festival," and no more so than at this, the 46th! Bravo Awesome Peggy Collins for your massive support! The children's art that was posted along the way was delightful! Seeing all the...

APRIL WAS AMAZING

Continuing in April, there was a wonderful Salon on the Spiritually Creative Life in its 29th year, hosted by Lovely Carol Soucek King, with April's topic being "Faith." The main presenter was Ruth Broyde Sharon, an Interfaith leader/inspirational speaker/creator of...

THE JOYS OF APRIL

What better way to begin the month than dinner with lovely Jean T. at our favorite place, Prosecco Trattoria in Toluca Lake! One of the reasons we love it is because it's the kind of place where everyone knows your name and your favorites. That's thanks to amazing...

FUN STUFF…..

….Well, I guess Sunday at Amy’s was just too wondrous and I remained on cloud 9 Monday confusing the date of the ‘Poet’s on Site’ event at the Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden.  Google this registered historical landmark. The Norton Simon Museum is just a few minutes...

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THE MOST MEMORABLE DAY……..

…..filled with so much love and the joy of friendship.  A ‘Thank You’ tea given by dear Amy, to celebrate everyone who treated me on my birthday that turned out to be a true celebration of love and friendship. We were greeted by celestial music from Karina Ward,...

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ADVENTURES of the WEEK…..

The planting are in and should do well as they’re perfect for shade.    Kita seems to approve but then you never know about her.  The Rosemary that was in the large white pot got delegated to a smaller patio & I hope it’s happy there.  Another Wednesday….another...

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'BALLET NOW' REVISITED…..

…..began last week. If you go to the Dorothy Chandler for lunch in the Founder’s Room before an afternoon performance there’s scarcely a soul there and you can stand under the circle and make echoes.  Fun stuff like splashing in the rain. Oh please, grow up!...

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MATILDA the Musical and BALLET NOW …..

….with points in-between. Sunday Tomiko and I took in a matinee at The Ahmanson to see ‘Matilda, The Musical’.   I’m really not sure about the hair…….  At intermission we ambled to The Founders Room for tea & coffee  mostly because I’m addicted to their cookies!...

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FIREWORKS and ALL THAT JAZZ…..

  The week was off to a perfect start with Lisa H. coming over…….She’s on to me……no fair taking a photo when I’m taking a photo!   O.K. then, I’ll take a photo of my Cappuccino!  …..and the machine.  I love my Nespresso and the foamer is the best, best.  I was...

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JAM PACKED FUN ALL DAY LONG……

…as Amy, Nikka and I started last Saturday with a Center Theatre Group Season Preview Event... Brunch at the Montage Hotel in the Marquesa Ballroom. Ahhhhh……bacon! When the day starts out like this you know you’re in for a ton of fun! Always wonderful to see Natalie!...

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IT's FATHER'S DAY and LOVE is in the AIR……

Let’s start off with love and hugs for Sir Charles…. But wait….there’s more……Otto and Vicki….our love at first sight couple!  How cute are they!!! Mom loves Otto too... Enough of this love stuff…What’s for dinner???  Why Gourmet 88 of course! O.K., time to open...

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DOWN TIME……

    …..well, almost!  I probably attempted too much last week but each and every moment was WONDERFUL!  The price for all that fun & frivolity?  A nasty cold!  Things brightened up last Sunday when Brett and Krista brought Steffanie, Bretts darling sister (from...

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FRIENDSHIP…….

……yes, friendship…the most valuable commodity….a true treasure that blossoms as it is cared for and nurtured.  I am so grateful for my friends…beautiful flowers in my heart’s garden and grateful for all the love and care I continually receive…especially on my birthday...

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WELCOME…

to my personal blog where I’ll be sharing adventures and how I determine each day to live joyfully as an Artist, Teacher, and Author. My latest book “What If… We Have the Power to Change Our Lives” an inspirational book that hopefully will empower you to live your best life! You can find me and my work at nanraestudio.com My hope is that this blog will inspire you to find joy everywhere and in everything and that is what I wish for you!

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