CAVALIA’S ODYSSEO………
…..Is a ‘Cirque de Soleil’ production. This ten story high big top is as awesome as the state of the art show inside. Located at 777 N. Front Street in Burbank, the show has been extended through April 14th. There were three girls and their mom sitting in front of...
IT’S ‘NOWRUZ’, PERSIAN NEW YEAR……..
………..and time to party! This is THE all time fantabulous experience, especially when the party is at Farnaz’s! Here I am at the entrance anticipating wonders to behold…….. I arrived right on time (8:00) because at nine I turn into a pumpkin (more on that later). A lot...
THINKING OF PLEASANT TIMES…..
…….is definitely in order after 2 day at CarMax and the DMV. Did you know you can’t sell a car to CarMax without current DMV registration stickers which you cannot get if the ‘vehicle’ hasn’t passed the smog test? You did? Well, you’re a smarty and you...
THE HUNTINGTON BOTANICAL GARDENS, San Marino, California…
I recently blogged about the Gardens but there was so much more to tell you and I hope this will entice you to visit if you have not recently had the experience. This is the perfect time of year, everything lush and coming into bloom & blossom. The air...
A PERFECT DAY…….
…..started with a private tour of the Huntington Botanical Gardens in San Marino with Ann Richardson, retired former chief curator. Brush painters remember Ann being in the studio class and miss her greatly since she’s moved to California City. We’re behind the...
CELEBRATE DANCE 2013…..
……this 8th annual sold out event was held at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, CA and was produced by Jamie Nichols, Violet and Jessica’s dance teacher extraordinaire! MISSION STATEMENT To present accessible concert dance as a leading art form to the diverse Los Angeles...
FAVORITE PLACE in GLENDALE…..
….that’s actually the name of this charming, very ‘girlie’ restaurant. Alissa & Sarkis created this little hidden gem on Wilson and were present, working owners for years. The place was always crowded but not so last week. It was the first time I...
CURTIS FINCH, JR.
…….is one of the final ten contestants on American Idol. His performance last week was amazing and the judges reacted accordingly. I’m ‘obsessed’ with Nicki Minaj who has turned out to be quite a surprise with great critiques and a toned down personal...
VICTORY CELEBRATION for MEASURE S….…
I love Burbank’s City Hall….It’s soooo retro…. What great citizens these folks are. Patiently waiting for a voter to come in. I’m amazed to have gotten a parking spot right in front of City Hall. Wake up people! The lone other voter….. Well, at least...
IT’S ELECTION DAY…….VOTE YES on MEASURE S………..
and last night I went to GEO Systems (environmental & geotechnical engineering), Marsha Ramos’s company headquarters to volunteer. Did I mention Marsha is a favorite collector? Manning the phones and putting stickies on these handouts! Did I phone you???...
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!
