Well, the holidays are upon us, and I always relish this time of year. The pace slows, if only a little, and I find myself with more moments to spend with family, reflect on the year that was, and imagine the year that is coming. It is a season that encourages gratitude and…
I am penning this column from the bridge of a fishing charter. Our oldest grandson is beside me, wide eyed, focused, and convinced that fishing is the highest and best use of any waking moment. I am not entirely sure where his passion for the sport began, but I can say this with…
December. The last month of 2025. Soon, families across Southern California will be lighting candles, trimming trees, gathering for Hanukah, Christmas and Kwanzaa, and counting down the seconds to a brand-new year. It’s a festive season - one that always seems to arrive earlier…