The problem with memorial services is that the person being honored is not able to appreciate all the nice things that people are saying about her or him. At least, that' usually the way it goes. Today I visited the San Jose Friend's Meeting, a Quaker community that meets in the oldest Meetinghouse in California,…
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Fun Facts about Pleasanton, California
In late January, I’m moving back to my mom’s house in Pleasanton, California, a place I spent most of my childhood in, but don’t know much about. I did a bit of research today, and here’s some interesting tidbits I came up with: Pleasanton is a mid-sized city in the Southeast Bay Area with a…
Cali Lindy Hoppers unite for 24 Hour Cancer Dance-a-Thon
I love hearing about lindy hoppers using their skills to help a worthy cause. I got news that a 24 Hour Cancer Dance-a-thon, is happening from March 5-9 in Orange County, California: The Dance-a-thon is a 24 hour swing dance in Orange County, CA. Its mission is to raise funds for cancer research and treatment…