MY SNOW BIRDS ARE LEAVING…….
……but before they return to Chicago, Marsha Stu and I went to the Skirball Center where we had lunch in Zeidlers Cafe. They have a really good chopped salad and if you add grilled salmon it’s terrific! .As we were leaving I saw Noah Newmark who many of you will...
MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC…….
….is how last week started with a trip to Disney Hall. Marsha and Stu, my snowbirds from Chicago and I had lunch first at the Patina ‘Concert Hall Cafe’ and as always it was fresh and yummy! We then went to a wonderful concert…..showcasing Mozart and Haydn (one of...
THIS AND THAT……..
………After John-David and Joy’s beautiful wedding things had to somewhat settle down. Class was the very next day and it was beyond wonderful to have Ann with us again! We worked on a lot but concentrated on the Iris. Kc brought delicious Pecan bars that were more...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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!
