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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...

YOU'LL DANCE AT THE WEDDING…….

  ……was the instruction from Lizzie Girl.  John-David, her awesome son was to be married to the lovely and multi-talented Joy last Friday evening at the Four Season’s in Westlake Village.  More on the dancing later………… I met Miss Judith & Eileen…..where their...

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IT'S NOT ABOUT THE FOOD!

…..Surely you know that.  Basically it’s the proverbial breaking of bread.  The gathering together….the joy of sharing this life, these times with friends.  Coming together to share a meal is really about sharing one’s life…..catching up……remembering joys, comforting...

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ALL I DO IS EAT?

  Is that what you think????  Well, I have to concede there is a little truth in that but I do try and work in some other things.  This post is dedicated to my foodie friends and you know who you are! Lunch with Marsh and Stu….winter birds living in Newport Beach...

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LIGHTS, CAMERA….ACTION!

  ….and there was plenty of that at the Nan Rae Studio.  Great fun having Nick Federoff from ‘Things Green’  doing a segment for his PBS show.  Early morning wake up call….Good morning world….. Yes Nick, I understand….. But this is how I see it…... I thought we’d...

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THE HUNTINGTON STORE…….

  …..’A new shopping experience as exquisite as The Huntington itself.' Members’ Preview - Tuesday, January 13th, 4:30 - 8p.m. The Store is the first phase of the Steven S. Koblik Education and Visitor Center. Amy did the most exquisite floral arrangement befitting...

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A PERFECT DAY…….

…..began with Rosanne Sachson (in from Portland) phoning me at 7 A.M. to make sure I’d be at Carol’s Salon by 9:30.  O.K., maybe that part wasn’t so perfect as many of you know I’m not exactly a morning person.  I did manage to arrive promptly at 9:30 to be greeted by...

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WHERE WAS I?

In the middle of the ocean, that’s where!  Let’s not quibble, it wasn’t actually in the middle….I’ll just say on the ocean.  Headed for Ensenada if you must know.  Actually you’re pretty much in California most of the way so it’s a lot of fuss to have your passport...

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HAPPY NEW YEAR…….

Perhaps we should move New Year’s to mid-January or maybe even February.  Does it come too soon for you?  How has your year started…..any resolutions?  I resolve to keep on truckin’ and not make any new resolutions.   Thirteen fruits are essential in China and the...

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CARFOL SOUCEK KING and ROUTE 66…….

Carol’s a STAR….always was, always will be. Quite possibly the most gracious woman on planet earth…... when she introduces you to someone you wonder who on earth is that amazing person she’s talking about.  I’ve blogged about the Salon at Carol and Richard’s where...

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A PERFECT DAY at LIZZIE'S……..

  …..began when I met Miss Judith and Eileen to continue the drive to Lizzie’s.  But first…..a little Southern humor to be sent to my redneck cousin…. Miss Judith showed me one of the presents Santa brought….what a perfect gift…. In the kitchen….is this or is this not...

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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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